In Round 22 of the Turkish Basketball Super League, Beşiktaş suffered an 89-80 away defeat in the Istanbul derby against local rivals Anadolu Efes. The match saw Anadolu Efes successfully break a four-game losing streak. The game was also marked by an injury to Jonah Mathews.
Sources & Links:
Basketball Sphere: basketballsphere.com/anadolu-efes-ends-four-game-losing-streak-against-besiktas
Labels: Basketball, Anadolu Efes, Turkish Basketball Super League
Trendyol Süper Lig'in 26. haftasında Beşiktaş, Eryaman Stadyumu'nda Natura Dünyası Gençlerbirliği'ni deplasmanda 2-0'lık skorla geçti. Karşılaşmanın 18. dakikasında Gençlerbirliği oyuncusu Sékou Koïta, Tiago Djalo'ya yaptığı müdahale sonrası VAR incelemesiyle kırmızı kart görerek takımını 10 kişi bıraktı.
Maç boyunca üstünlüğünü koruyan siyah-beyazlı ekip, sahadan 3 puanla ayrılarak ligdeki yürüyüşünü sürdürdü. Karşılaşmanın ardından Beşiktaş forması giyen El Bilal Toure'nin "Aptal gibi olmayın" şeklindeki sert açıklamaları spor basınında dikkat çekti.
Sources & Links:
Haberler: haberler.com/spor/besiktas-10-kisi-kalan-rakibi-karsisinda-surprize-izin-vermedi
Fanatik: fanatik.com.tr/besiktas/el-bilal-toureden-besiktasta-sert-tepki-aptal-gibi-olmayin
Labels: Super Lig, Mac Raporu, Genclerbirligi,
On March 15, 2026, Beşiktaş J.K. defeated Gençlerbirliği S.K. 2-0 at the Eryaman Stadium in Ankara during Week 26 of the Turkish Süper Lig. The dynamics of the match shifted early when Gençlerbirliği's Sékou Koïta received a red card in the 18th minute for violent conduct against Tiago Djalo following a VAR review.
Capitalizing on the numerical advantage, Beşiktaş opened the scoring in the 56th minute with a left-footed finish from Beninese midfielder Junior Olaïtan. Orkun Kökçü subsequently doubled the lead with a notable strike in the 66th minute. The match featured strong performances from several international players; Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi anchored the midfield, while South Korean striker Oh Hyeon-gyu saw 89 minutes of action. Albanian midfielder Kristjan Asllani and Kosovan winger Milot Rashica also featured in the victory. Following the match, Beşiktaş forward El Bilal Toure made headlines with a sharp post-match comment, stating, "Don't be like fools."
Sources & Links:
OneFootball: onefootball.com/en/news/besiktas-punish-genclerbirligi-after-early-red
Foot Africa: foot-africa.com/en/news/besiktas-junior-olaitan-scores-second-goal
Sports247 Nigeria: sports247.ng/wilfred-ndidi-shines-as-besiktas-secure-away-win
Seoul Economic Daily: sedaily.com/NewsView/besiktas-wins-2-0-oh-hyeon-gyu
Gelecek sezon şampiyonluk hedefleyen Beşiktaş'ta Teknik Direktör Sergen Yalçın, yeni sezon kadro planlaması için düğmeye bastı. 8 futbolcu ile yolların ayrılacağı rapor edilirken, Jota Silva takımdan kesin olarak ayrılacak isimler arasında yer alıyor. Yönetim bir yandan kadroyu daraltırken, diğer yandan serbest kalacak eski bir yıldız oyuncuyu yeniden gündemine aldı. Transfer harekatının hız kazandığı ve resmi açıklamaların yakın olduğu ifade ediliyor.
Kaynaklar: Fanatik, Haberler.com
Beşiktaş is actively looking to bolster its defense for the 2025/26 season. Reports indicate the club has reached an agreement to sign Nigerian defender Bright Osayi-Samuel. Furthermore, the club has opened negotiations for Tottenham's £17 million-rated centre-back Kevin Danso, while also evaluating options from Fulham. On the youth development front, Beşiktaş has invited young Nigerian left-back Kehinde Moses for trials following highly impressive scouting evaluations.
Sources: MSN, Spurs Web, OwnGoal Nigeria
In recent competitive play within the Turkish Championship League (TCL), Beşiktaş Esports has recorded mixed outcomes against regional opponents. Statistical recaps show Beşiktaş competing in tightly contested series, including a recent 1-0 defeat to Misa Esports and a 1-3 loss against Dark Passage, alongside varied results against FUT Esports and Galakticos.
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In the upcoming round of the Turkish Süper Lig, Beşiktaş is set to face Gençlerbirliği. Pre-match coverage indicates a crucial fixture for the Black and Whites as they look to secure critical away points. Following a recent home defeat to Galatasaray that left the team 15 points behind the league leaders, achieving a positive result remains essential for Beşiktaş's domestic campaign.
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Beşiktaş management has reportedly decided against triggering the buyout clause for on-loan Nottingham Forest winger Jota Silva. Due to this strategic decision regarding the squad's future planning, the Portuguese player's adventure in the Turkish Süper Lig is expected to conclude at the end of the current season.
Sources:
turkish-football.com/besiktas-set-to-pass-on-nottingham-forest-winger-jota-silva
insidefutbol.com/decision-concerns-blow-for-nottingham-forest-winger
Beşiktaş'ta teknik direktör Sergen Yalçın'ın raporu doğrultusunda gelecek sezonun kadro planlaması ivme kazanmıştır. Ulusal basına yansıyan haberlere göre, devre arasında takıma katılan üç yeni transfer ile yolların ayrılmasına karar verilmiştir. Ayrıca sezon başında Fenerbahçe'den kiralık olarak kadroya dahil edilen Cengiz Ünder'in satın alma opsiyonunun kullanılmayacağı ve Taylan Bulut'un da takımın gelecek planlamasında yer almadığı bildirilmiştir.
Transfer hedefleri doğrultusunda kulüp, kanat rotasyonunu güçlendirmek amacıyla Saint Etienne forması giyen Gürcü bir oyuncu ile ilgilenmektedir. Orta saha arayışlarında ise Borussia Dortmund forması giyen Salih Özcan için kulübünden resmi bir açıklama gelmiş durumdadır. Beşiktaş'ın ayrıca serbest statüye geçecek olan eski bir oyuncusuyla da anlaşmaya yakın olduğu belirtilmektedir. Öte yandan, kulübün gündemindeki isimlerden Altay Bayındır transferinde Trabzonspor'un da devreye girmesiyle rekabet ortamı oluşmuştur.
Kaynaklar:
fanatik.com.tr/besiktas/besiktasin-3-yeni-transferi-gelisleri-gibi-gidiyor
haberler.com/spor/sergen-yalcin-israrcisi-iste-besiktasin-hedefi
fanatik.com.tr/besiktas/salih-ozcan-mujdesi-borussia-dortmund-resmen-acikladi
haberler.com/spor/besiktasa-sok-altay-bayindir-icin-super-lig-devi
South Korean forward Oh Hyeon-gyu has been named the Turkish Süper Lig Player of the Month following a highly successful start at Beşiktaş. After transferring from Belgian side Genk during the winter window, Oh delivered an immediate impact by recording three goals and two assists. Notably, his performance marked a historic milestone for the club, as he became the first Beşiktaş player in two decades to score in his first three debut matches.
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The Beşiktaş men's basketball team continues to show strong form across multiple competitions. In domestic play, they recently secured a dominant 99-74 victory over Merkezefendi. In European competition, Beşiktaş GAIN Istanbul has successfully advanced in the Euroleague Basketball tournament, setting up a highly anticipated Eighthfinals matchup against Italian side Dolomiti Energia Trento.
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Beşiktaş'ın gelecek sezon kadro planlaması kapsamında Cengiz Ünder ile yola devam etmeyeceği iddia edildi. Çıkan haberlere göre yönetim, oyuncunun satın alma opsiyonunu kullanmama kararı aldı.
Öte yandan, Türk futbolunu yasa boğan bir gelişme yaşandı. Trabzonspor'un yardımcı antrenörü Orhan Kaynak'ın vefatı üzerine Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü, Galatasaray ve Fenerbahçe ile birlikte resmi bir taziye mesajı yayımlayarak Kaynak ailesine ve spor camiasına başsağlığı diledi.
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Beşiktaş Kulübü, Türkiye Futbol Federasyonu'na (TFF) daha önce yönelttiği sorulara henüz yanıt alamadığını belirterek yeni bir çağrıda bulundu. Galatasaray derbisi öncesinde yaşanan tartışmaların ardından, Beşiktaş Başkanı Serdal Adalı, derbi için yabancı VAR hakemi talebinde bulunduklarını ilk kez açıkladı.
Bu gelişmelerin üzerine TFF'den Süper Lig kulüplerine tarihi bir teklif geldi. TFF yönetimi, Beşiktaş'ın mektubunu göz ardı edemeyeceklerini belirterek, isteyen tüm kulüp yöneticilerine VAR odasının kapılarını açtıklarını duyurdu.
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Kristjan Asllani, who joined Beşiktaş on loan from Inter during the winter transfer window, has expressed a strong desire to remain with the club indefinitely in recent statements to the Italian press. In other squad developments, Beşiktaş is reportedly exploring moves to bolster their defense, showing interest in Fulham center-back Issa Diop, an unnamed Tottenham defender, and Santos goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão.
Meanwhile, several former and loaned players have made moves. Midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has joined Celtic as a free agent after his departure from Beşiktaş, and Libyan international Moatasem Al-Musrati, currently on loan to Serie A side Hellas Verona, has reversed his international retirement. On a more personal note, midfielder Wilfred Ndidi showed remarkable resilience by returning to the pitch for Beşiktaş just four days after the passing of his father, playing 23 minutes in a 2-1 victory over Konyaspor.
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Beşiktaş is actively preparing for the summer transfer window, focusing on both the arrival of new defensive reinforcements and the departure of long-term personnel. Reports indicate that the club has initiated contact with the Premier League, targeting Tottenham Hotspur’s Kevin Danso and Fulham’s Issa Diop. Financial assessments suggest that securing the 29-year-old former West Ham defender, Diop, might prove to be a more viable option for the Black Eagles than Danso.
In the midfield, Kristjan Asllani has publicly expressed his desire to remain at Beşiktaş following his current loan spell. Meanwhile, the club is reportedly preparing to part ways with 25-year-old goalkeeper Ersin Destanoğlu. Destanoğlu's contract expires at the end of the current season, which will mark the conclusion of his 13-year tenure with the club.
Link: Sport Witness - Contact initiated to sign Tottenham or Fulham player
Galatasaray secured a tense 1-0 victory over city rivals Beşiktaş J.K. in the 25th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig, driven by a decisive header from Victor Osimhen. The result provided a massive statement win for Galatasaray, allowing them to maintain their title push while Fenerbahçe closely follows in the race.
However, the Istanbul derby's aftermath has been dominated by controversy. The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) officially released the VAR recordings from the match, drawing intense scrutiny. Beşiktaş President Serdal Adalı fiercely criticized referee Ozan Ergün's officiating, declaring that "his career is over." The backlash extended to the players as well, with Galatasaray's Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Sara deactivating his Instagram account due to the heavy volume of post-match reactions.
In other club news, Beşiktaş continues its training routines, featuring a recent goal by Nigerian captain Wilfred Ndidi during practice and a stunning strike by U19 prospect Ahmet Sami Bircan. The club also secured a recent 1-0 victory against Kocaelispor in late February.
In domestic basketball, Beşiktaş continues to hold a strong position in the Turkish standings with an 18-3 record, placing them closely behind Fenerbahce. They recently secured a notable victory over Anadolu Efes in the Turkish Cup semifinals, a loss that Efes only recently bounced back from thanks to performances by Jordan Loyd and Saben Lee.
On the European stage, the EuroCup Eighthfinals are underway. Competing teams are analyzing their matchups, with German side Chemnitz noted as a high-quality opponent. Chemnitz's resume this season includes a notable victory over Beşiktaş, underscoring the competitive nature of the tournament's knockout stages.
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Beşiktaş is actively navigating squad adjustments and transfer negotiations as the season progresses. Reports indicate that the club has received unfavorable news regarding their pursuit of Aymeric Laporte, a primary target for the upcoming summer transfer window.
In other transfer news, Italian media has highlighted new developments regarding Kristjan Asllani. The midfielder was recently signed by Beşiktaş on a loan deal from Inter Milan during the winter transfer window, and his future decisions remain a point of interest.
Internally, the club has made a leadership update within the squad. Nigerian international midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been officially appointed as the vice-captain of the Beşiktaş first team.
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Galatasaray maintained their position at the top of the Turkish Süper Lig with a 1-0 victory over local rivals Beşiktaş. The decisive goal was a header scored by Victor Osimhen following a cross from Leroy Sané. The match ended Beşiktaş's 18-game unbeaten run at home.
Following the match, Osimhen received significant praise from various figures in Turkish football. Former Beşiktaş director of football Önder Özen publicly lauded Osimhen, calling him the greatest striker in Turkey and the surrounding regions. The victory also served as a morale boost for Galatasaray ahead of their highly anticipated UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash against Liverpool.
However, the derby was not without controversy. Beşiktaş President Serdal Adalı and the club's vice-president heavily criticized referee Ozan Ergün, particularly questioning the decision not to issue a red card to Osimhen during the match. In the aftermath of the intense derby fallout, Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara deactivated his Instagram account due to fan reactions.
Sources: * Pulse Sports Nigeria
Galatasaray Derbisinin Ardından: Hakem Tartışmaları ve Sergen Yalçın'ın Açıklamaları
Trendyol Süper Lig'in 25. haftasında Beşiktaş'ın sahasında Galatasaray'a 1-0 mağlup olduğu derbinin yankıları sürüyor. Karşılaşmanın ardından en çok konuşulan konulardan biri maçın hakem yönetimi oldu. Beşiktaş Teknik Direktörü Sergen Yalçın, maç sonu yaptığı açıklamalarda rakip takım oyuncusu Victor Osimhen'in kırmızı kart görmesi gerektiğini belirterek hakem kararlarını eleştirdi.
Müsabaka sırasındaki tartışmalı pozisyonlar eski hakemler tarafından da değerlendirildi ve hakemlerin Osimhen pozisyonundaki kararları eleştiri oklarının hedefi oldu. Öte yandan, derbi sırasında sosyal medyada bir röportaj veren ve Galatasaray hakkında konuşan bir taraftarın maç sonrası gözaltına alındığı bildirildi.
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[Haber 7: Derbinin önüne geçen pozisyonlar! Eski hakemler isyan etti: Osimhen'i neden atmıyorsun]
[YouTube: Beşiktaş - Galatasaray Post-Match Statements by Head Coach Sergen Yalçın]
[Haberler.com: The fate of the fan who spoke their mind about Galatasaray has been revealed]
Beşiktaş Secures Dominant Victory Over Merkezefendi in BSL
The Beşiktaş men's basketball team continues its strong campaign in the Basketball Super League (BSL). In their recent fixture, the team secured a commanding 99-74 victory against Merkezefendi. This win solidifies Beşiktaş's position near the top of the standings, maintaining an 18-3 record and keeping the pressure on league leaders Fenerbahçe BEKO.
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Kristjan Asllani Pledges Future to Beşiktaş Amid Inter Milan Loan
Midfielder Kristjan Asllani has openly expressed his desire to remain at Beşiktaş permanently. Currently on loan from Italian Serie A side Inter Milan, Asllani stated his intent to stay with the Black Eagles beyond the current season. Beşiktaş holds an option to buy the player at the end of the loan spell, with the fixed transfer fee reportedly set at approximately 13 million euros.
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[Balkanweb.com: Asllani forgets Inter, pledges loyalty to Besiktas: I want to stay here]
Galatasaray Ends Beşiktaş's 18-Game Unbeaten Run in Controversial Istanbul Derby
Beşiktaş’s impressive 18-game unbeaten streak across all competitions came to a halt following a 1-0 defeat to local rivals Galatasaray in the 25th week of the Süper Lig. The decisive goal was headed in by Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. The match was highly contentious, overshadowed by refereeing decisions that drew significant criticism from the Beşiktaş camp.
Beşiktaş Vice-President Hakan Daltaban and Head Coach Sergen Yalçın openly protested the referee's decision not to issue a red card to Osimhen during the match. The frustration was compounded by the dismissal of Galatasaray's Leroy Sané, and Beşiktaş later released a late-night official statement regarding the officiating standards. Player performances were also heavily scrutinized, with South Korean forward Oh Hyeon-gyu notably failing to register an effective shot on target during the fixture. Meanwhile, the victory allows Galatasaray to extend their lead at the top of the table ahead of their upcoming Champions League clash with Liverpool.
Sources:
[Yahoo Sports: Galatasaray: Victor Osimhen scores his 18th goal of the season]
[Daily Post Nigeria: Beşiktaş chief blasts referee after Osimhen escapes red in Istanbul derby]
[The Guardian Nigeria: Super Eagles Euro Round-Up: Osimhen ends Beşiktaş' 18-game unbeaten run]
[Premium Times: Osimhen should have been sent off in Istanbul derby - Yalçın]
[Africa Soccer: Victor Osimhen strikes as ten-man Galatasaray hold off Beşiktaş]
[chosun.com: Oh Hyeon-gyu's 0 Effective Shots as Beşiktaş Loses Istanbul Derby]
