In the highly anticipated Turkcell Süper Kupa semi-final, Fenerbahçe faces Samsunspor in Adana. Under the guidance of Domenico Tedesco, Fenerbahçe aims for a spot in the final without making mistakes. Meanwhile, Samsunspor, coached by Thomas Reis, seeks to upset their stronger opponent. The winner will advance to the final match against Galatasaray on January 10.
Match Lineups
Before the match, both teams have disclosed their starting eleven:
- Fenerbahçe: Ederson; Mert, Skriniar, Jayden, Levent; İsmail, Bartuğ; Asensio, Musaba, Kerem; Duran
- Samsunspor: Okan, Zeki, Yunus Emre, Satka, Borevkovic, Tomasson, Makoumbou, Celil, Holse, Ceesay, Moundilmadji
Aiming for the Final
Fenerbahçe and Samsunspor aspire to challenge for the trophy following the Galatasaray-Trabzonspor match. Tedesco’s team is eager to claim their first cup under his management, showcasing a strong performance against the Black Sea representative. After a disappointing recent form, Reis’s squad aims to find a way to turn things around in this crucial match.
Historical Context
This matchup marks the 74th encounter between the two teams in Turkish league and cup history. In their previous 73 meetings, Fenerbahçe secured 39 victories while Samsunspor emerged victorious in 14 matches. The teams drew 20 times, with Fenerbahçe scoring 117 goals and Samsunspor netting 63 goals.
Fenerbahçe’s Super Cup Records
Fenerbahçe has a notable history in the Super Cup since its inception in 2006. The club has claimed the trophy three times in 2007, 2009, and 2014. In contrast, this will be Samsunspor’s first appearance in the Super Cup.
Recent Encounters
In the ongoing 2023-2024 season of the Super Lig, Fenerbahçe and Samsunspor have faced each other five times. Fenerbahçe won the initial match on August 21, 2023, with a score of 2-0. However, the subsequent four encounters resulted in draws, with two matches played in Istanbul and two in Samsun. Notably, the last two clashes ended without any goals scored.
Watch Fenerbahçe vs Samsunspor Live Match
Fans can look forward to watching the exciting Fenerbahçe versus Samsunspor live match. This is a crucial opportunity for both teams to prove their mettle and aim for the Super Cup final.
