Fri May 09 19:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Fenerbahçe Cruises to 4-1 Victory Over Başakşehir

**Istanbul, Turkey** – Fenerbahçe secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Başakşehir in a thrilling Trendyol Süper Lig match at the Başakşehir Fatih Terim Stadium on May 9th. The win propels Fenerbahçe to 78 points, solidifying their position in the league.

Mert Müldür opened the scoring for Fenerbahçe in the 44th minute, giving them a 1-0 lead at halftime. The second half saw a flurry of goals. Milan Škriniar doubled the lead in the 60th minute with a well-placed shot. Substitute En Nesyri added a third with a powerful header in the 86th minute. Oğuz Aydın’s late goal, initially ruled offside but later confirmed by VAR, sealed the victory in the 90+4th minute.

Başakşehir managed a late consolation goal through Ömer Faruk Beyaz in stoppage time (90+1), but it was too little too late to prevent Fenerbahçe’s comfortable win. Başakşehir remains at 51 points.

The match was not without controversy. Fenerbahçe’s İsmail Yüksek received a yellow card, resulting in a suspension for their next match. Several VAR reviews were conducted, including a potential penalty appeal for Fenerbahçe that was ultimately dismissed. A tense moment saw a heated exchange between Fenerbahçe players Tadic and Talisca, requiring the intervention of İsmail Yüksek.

Fenerbahçe coach José Mourinho, speaking before the match, emphasized his team’s commitment to finishing the season strong, despite their position being secured. He highlighted the importance of the remaining matches and respecting their fans’ expectations.

Başakşehir’s absences included injured players Ousseynou Ba and Onur Ergün, while Fenerbahçe were without Maximin, Mert Hakan Yandaş, and the suspended Çağlar Söyüncü. Despite their losses, Başakşehir continue their fight for European qualification, with their recent strong run of 5 wins in 6 games. The match was broadcast live on beIN Sports 1.

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