VIDEO | Süper Lig 2023 Highlights: Trabzonspor vs Galatasaray
In a clash between the second-placed team in Süper Lig, Galatasaray as the away side, and the third-placed team, Trabzonspor, on paper, it looked like a tight match between two teams fighting for the league and who have been the protagonists throughout the season to maintain their positive momentum.
Without Mauro Icardi, their top scorer in the campaign, Galatasaray relied on the shoulders of Wilfried Zaha, who has had a season with many ups and downs. This match was different for the Ivorian forward, who scored the opening goal, giving the visitors the lead in the first half, while defending against Trabzonspor's attacks.
The second half was overshadowed by a superb Zaha, who was plugged in like an electric current, scoring the second goal for a 2-0 lead, and then contributing with an assist for the 3-0. Although Trabzonspor pulled one back with a 3-1 score, Galatasaray's response was strong with two more goals towards the end, allowing Kerem to secure a double.
With this result, Galatasaray continues to follow in the footsteps of Fenerbahce in the battle for the top spot in the overall standings and co-leading by point difference. On the other hand, Trabzonspor drops points but maintains its third position in European spots.