Fenerbahçe faces Eyüpspor in a crucial Süper Lig match on Sunday, May 17, 2026. This game takes place at the iconic Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium. Fenerbahçe aims to keep pace with league leaders, while Eyüpspor strives to build on recent successes and distance themselves from relegation risks.
Match Overview
Fenerbahçe currently occupies the second position in the league. They remain unbeaten at home and have a strong head-to-head record against Eyüpspor, winning twice and drawing once in their last three meetings.
Recent Performances
- Fenerbahçe has secured victories in their last two league matches: 3-1 against Başakşehir and 3-0 against Konyaspor.
- Eyüpspor boasts three wins from their last four games, including an impressive 4-0 defeat of Caykur Rizespor and a 3-0 triumph over Gaziantep.
- They also held Kayserispor to a draw.
Player Availability
Fenerbahçe will be without Ederson due to suspension, while Talisca and Nene Dorgeles are injured. Eyüpspor faces a challenge as well, with Dorin Rotariu unavailable for the match.
Key Players
Talisca, with 19 league goals this season, is a significant loss for the hosts. His absence may put additional pressure on Marco Asensio, who is the league leader with 12 assists and has scored 11 goals this season.
Statistical Insights
- Fenerbahçe has scored a total of 74 league goals, averaging 2.2 goals per game.
- They maintain 58% possession and a shooting accuracy of 51.24%.
- Eyüpspor’s defense has conceded 45 goals this season.
Strategies
Eyüpspor’s Umut Bozok, with five assists, may provide a tactical advantage through transitional plays and set pieces, aimed at countering Fenerbahçe’s pressure.
Match Implications
A victory for Fenerbahçe would keep them in contention for the title and bolster their chances of Champions League qualification. For Eyüpspor, a positive result could be pivotal in moving further away from the relegation zone, currently sitting in 13th place.
