VIDEO | SüperLig 2024 Highlights: Galatasaray vs Istanbulspor AS
Galatasaray aims to ride the wave of their good form, seeking a victory to remain co-leaders in the SüperLig alongside Fenerbahce. They face the bottom team, Istanbulspor, who is looking to pull off an upset and defeat Goliath at home.
Istanbulspor came into the game ready to play the role of David, taking the lead in the 28th minute with the intention of holding onto it for a positive result.
However, the co-leader, playing on their home turf, couldn't allow this storyline to unfold. They quickly equalized eight minutes later, heading into halftime level. In the second half, Galatasaray's offense proved too much for Istanbulspor, who couldn't withstand the pressure. The home team staged a comeback with goals from Akturkoglu and Mauro Icardi to secure the victory.
With this result, Galatasaray maintains their position as co-leaders in the SüperLig with 57 points, closely chasing the top spot. Additionally, Mauro Icardi inches closer in the goal-scoring chart, trailing Edwin Dzeko by just two goals. On the other hand, Istanbulspor sinks to the bottom of the table with only ten points in 22 matches.