Beşiktaş–Hapoel Beer-Sheva Europa League Match Moves to Batumi

 

Beşiktaş–Hapoel Beer-Sheva Europa League Match Moves to Batumi

Beşiktaş’s Europa League home fixture against Hapoel Beer-Sheva will take place at Batumi Stadium in Georgia on Thursday, November 26, UEFA has announced. Spectators will be permitted to attend.

UEFA said Turkish authorities had informed it that the match could not be hosted in Istanbul for safety and security reasons. The venue was selected following consultations with the relevant parties. Kickoff remains scheduled for 18:45 CET, equivalent to 20:45 in Türkiye.

Beşiktaş also confirmed the relocation, stating that further information about ticket sales would be announced separately.

Sources: UEFA venue announcement · Beşiktaş club announcement

Ndidi’s European Milestone and Istanbul Crowd Take Spotlight After Palace Draw

 

Ndidi’s European Milestone and Istanbul Crowd Take Spotlight After Palace Draw

Wilfred Ndidi scored his first European goal for Beşiktaş in the club’s 2–2 Europa League draw with Crystal Palace on October 22. The Nigerian midfielder put the hosts ahead in first-half stoppage time after receiving a pass from Salih Özcan.

Palace overturned the deficit after the interval, but Junior Olaitan’s equaliser secured a point for Beşiktaş. The result left the Black Eagles with seven points from three league-phase matches, with Celtic their next European opponent. Soccernet highlighted Ndidi’s contribution ahead of Nigeria’s November internationals.

The atmosphere at Tüpraş Stadium also attracted attention. According to reports collected by Nogomania, several Palace players continued passing for approximately 15 seconds after the half-time whistle because they had not heard it above the crowd noise. The account linked the confusion to the supporters’ whistling.

In his post-match comments, Ndidi acknowledged Beşiktaş’s slow start to the second half but emphasised the team’s persistence and the value of a point during a congested schedule.

Sources: Soccernet on Ndidi’s milestone, Nogomania on the stadium atmosphere, Ndidi’s official post-match reaction

 

Beşiktaş Confirm Miretti Shoulder Injury After Palace Draw

Beşiktaş have confirmed that Fabio Miretti sustained a shoulder injury during their Europa League match against Crystal Palace.

The midfielder was unable to continue after falling onto his shoulder in the first half and was replaced by Salih Özcan in the 39th minute. Subsequent examinations identified an injury to the joint connecting his right shoulder and collarbone, and treatment has begun.

Reports circulated by Fanatik suggested an absence of four to six weeks. However, the club’s official English-language medical update did not specify a recovery timetable. That period therefore remains a reported estimate rather than a confirmed return date.

Sources: Beşiktaş official injury update · Fanatik’s reported recovery estimate

 

Italiano Welcomes Beşiktaş Response as Sage Regrets Missed Opportunity

Vincenzo Italiano praised Beşiktaş’s response to falling behind against Crystal Palace, while visiting manager Pierre Sage felt his team’s performance warranted more than a draw.

Italiano explained that he had rotated his starting line-up to give opportunities to players with limited recent playing time. He acknowledged a slow start to the second half but highlighted his side’s recovery and ability to secure a point despite finishing with ten players. The coach also stressed the need to maintain their unbeaten league-phase run through the remaining European fixtures.

Ndidi offered a similar assessment, describing a difficult contest in which Beşiktaş recovered their rhythm before half-time but lost momentum after the restart. He considered the point a useful return amid a busy schedule.

Sage welcomed Palace’s improvement following their heavy league defeat to Brighton, but regretted lapses in concentration that allowed Beşiktaş to score. He also noted the intensity of the stadium atmosphere and expressed frustration that Palace could not turn their performance into a victory.

Sources: Italiano’s post-match reaction · Ndidi’s post-match reaction · Sage’s assessment

 

Olaitan Rescues Beşiktaş as Palace Draw Ends with Ten Men

Beşiktaş maintained their unbeaten start to the UEFA Europa League league phase with a 2–2 draw against Crystal Palace at Tüpraş Stadium on 22 October 2026.

Wilfred Ndidi put the hosts ahead in first-half stoppage time, finishing from Salih Özcan’s pass. Palace overturned the deficit shortly after the interval, with Yéremy Pino equalising in the 51st minute and Jean-Philippe Mateta making it 2–1 four minutes later.

Substitute Junior Olaitan restored parity in the 73rd minute with a shot from outside the penalty area. Beşiktaş subsequently lost Ümit Akdağ to a red card but held on through the closing stages to secure a point.

The result took Beşiktaş to seven points from three matches, following victories over Marseille and Hoffenheim. Palace moved to four points.

Sources: Beşiktaş official match report · Sky Sports match report · UEFA highlights

Beşiktaş Target Third Europa League Win as Crystal Palace Visit Istanbul

 

Beşiktaş Target Third Europa League Win as Crystal Palace Visit Istanbul

Beşiktaş host Crystal Palace at Tüpraş Stadium on Thursday, 22 October, with kickoff scheduled for 22:00 Türkiye time, or 20:00 BST. The match is the clubs’ third fixture in the UEFA Europa League league phase.

The Istanbul side enter the contest following victories over Marseille and Hoffenheim. A 4–1 home win against the French club was followed by a 3–2 success in Germany, giving Vincenzo Italiano’s team six points from their opening two matches. Beşiktaş have also won their four European home fixtures this season, including qualifying matches.

Palace arrive seeking a response after defeats against Lyon in Europe and Brighton in the Premier League. Their latest team news brings a mixture of returning players and absences: Ben Chilwell has travelled to Türkiye, while goalkeeper Dean Henderson, defender Takehiro Tomiyasu and midfielder Quinten Timber will miss the match. Henderson has resumed training, while Tomiyasu is expected to remain unavailable until after the November international break.

Italiano and midfielder Wilfred Ndidi attended Beşiktaş’s pre-match press conference at the BJK Nevzat Demir Training Facilities on 21 October. On the visiting side, Pierre Sage’s preparations have included addressing how Palace can handle the atmosphere in Istanbul.

Sources: Daily Sabah match preview, Palace team news and preview, official viewing information, UEFA match centre.

Beşiktaş Seek European Response Against Crystal Palace

 

Beşiktaş Seek European Response Against Crystal Palace

Beşiktaş return to Europa League action against Crystal Palace at Tüpraş Stadium on Thursday, 22 October, seeking a response to their league defeat at Trabzonspor.

The Istanbul side have opened the league phase with two victories, beating Marseille 4–1 and Hoffenheim 3–2. Seven goals from those matches have placed Beşiktaş fourth in the standings ahead of the third round.

Crystal Palace arrive after a 5–0 Premier League defeat at Brighton and a 3–2 European loss to Lyon. Both teams therefore enter the fixture following domestic setbacks, although Beşiktaş retain a perfect record in the Europa League league phase. Sports Mole reports that Orkun Kökçü remains sidelined with a foot injury.

Source: Sports Mole match preview

Italiano Takes Confidence From Germany as Matthäus Praises Beşiktaş

 

Italiano Takes Confidence From Germany as Matthäus Praises Beşiktaş

Vincenzo Italiano said Beşiktaş’s victory at Hoffenheim would strengthen the team’s confidence before their trip to Trabzonspor. In comments reported by Fanatik and reproduced by Ankara24, the coach praised the contributions of players with limited recent playing time and stressed the importance of maintaining concentration throughout the European campaign.

Lothar Matthäus also praised Beşiktaş’s performance. According to GZT’s account, the former Germany international highlighted the team’s coordination under Italiano and described their counterattacking goals as examples suitable for teaching in football schools.

Sources: Italiano’s comments, reproduced by Ankara24 · GZT’s Matthäus report

Oh’s Double and Olaitan’s Creativity Power Beşiktaş Past Hoffenheim

 

Oh’s Double and Olaitan’s Creativity Power Beşiktaş Past Hoffenheim

Beşiktaş maintained their winning start to the Europa League league phase with a 3–2 victory at Hoffenheim on 15 October. After a goalless first half, Amir Murillo opened the scoring before Fisnik Asllani equalised. Substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu then scored twice, with Koki Machida’s late response completing the scoreline. Beşiktaş collected their sixth point from two matches.

Junior Olaitan supplied the assist for Oh’s first goal. According to Foot Africa’s report, citing UEFA statistics, the Beninese midfielder reached three assists in two league-phase appearances and moved to the top of the competition’s assists standings.

The victory also contributed to Türkiye’s UEFA country coefficient. Turkish Football reported that wins by Beşiktaş and Trabzonspor added a combined 0.800 points, taking Türkiye’s total to 50.875 and consolidating ninth place at the time of publication.

Sources: Daily Sabah · Foot Africa · Turkish Football

Beşiktaş Turns to Trabzonspor Clash as Palace Visit Approaches

 

Beşiktaş Turns to Trabzonspor Clash as Palace Visit Approaches

Beşiktaş will visit Trabzonspor on October 19 following its 3–2 Europa League victory at Hoffenheim. Trabzonspor also enters the fixture after an away European win, having beaten Kuopion 4–2 in the Conference League.

According to Hürriyet Daily News, the match brings together second-placed Beşiktaş and fifth-placed Trabzonspor. Beşiktaş coach Vincenzo Italiano said the confidence gained in Germany would help his team prepare for another demanding away fixture.

The European schedule continues with Crystal Palace’s forthcoming trip to Istanbul. The English club has published a dedicated supporter information notice ahead of its Europa League match away to Beşiktaş.

Sources: Hürriyet Daily News, Crystal Palace supporter information

Oh’s Double Sends Beşiktaş Past Hoffenheim in Five-Goal European Contest

 

Oh’s Double Sends Beşiktaş Past Hoffenheim in Five-Goal European Contest

Beşiktaş defeated Hoffenheim 3–2 away on October 15 in the UEFA Europa League, with Oh Hyeon-gyu scoring twice during an eventful second half.

Michael Murillo opened the scoring in the 60th minute before Fisnik Asllani equalised for the hosts. Oh restored Beşiktaş’s lead in the 72nd minute and added another seven minutes later. Koki Machida’s late goal reduced the deficit, but Beşiktaş held on for the victory.

Wilfred Ndidi started in midfield and remained on the pitch until stoppage time. Explaining the selection, coach Vincenzo Italiano said Ndidi deserved more playing time and that the busy schedule required managing the workload of other midfielders, including Salih Özcan.

Oh’s performance also came amid transfer speculation. Football Asian reported interest from Tottenham Hotspur and Hull City, while indicating that Beşiktaş was not expected to sell the striker during the winter window.

Sources: Match details — beIN SPORTS, Italiano on Ndidi, Oh transfer report

Oh Double Sends Beşiktaş Past Hoffenheim in Five-Goal Europa League Contest

 

Oh Double Sends Beşiktaş Past Hoffenheim in Five-Goal Europa League Contest

Beşiktaş defeated Hoffenheim 3–2 in Germany on 15 October, securing their second consecutive victory in the UEFA Europa League league phase. South Korean striker Oh Hyeon-gyu contributed two goals and an assist in a match whose five goals all arrived after half-time.

Amir Murillo opened the scoring in the 60th minute, finishing from close range following Oh’s assist. Fisnik Asllani equalised eight minutes later, but Oh restored Beşiktaş’s advantage in the 72nd minute before converting İlhan Fakılı’s cross in the 79th. Koki Machida’s late header reduced the deficit, with Beşiktaş holding on for the victory.

Speaking after the match, Murillo attributed the result to the team’s preparation and collective performance, saying the players had successfully applied what they had practised during the week.

Sources: Daily Sabah — Match report; Beşiktaş JK — Murillo’s post-match reaction.

Vlahović Ruled Out as Beşiktaş Face Hoffenheim

 

Vlahović Ruled Out as Beşiktaş Face Hoffenheim

Beşiktaş will face Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday, 15 October, without Dušan Vlahović. The Serbian striker was omitted from the travelling squad while receiving treatment for viral gastroenteritis.

The squad announcement supersedes earlier reports that Vlahović might travel despite missing training. Václav Černý is also absent following his thigh injury, leaving Vincenzo Italiano with changes to make in attack.

Hoffenheim have an injury setback of their own. Coach Christian Ilzer confirmed that Albian Hajdari injured his plantar fascia and would be unavailable for several weeks.

Beşiktaş enter the fixture after defeating Marseille 4–1 in their European opener, while Hoffenheim seek their first points following a 2–0 defeat to OFI Crete.

Sources: Haberler: Vlahović omitted from squad · Bulinews match preview · Ilzer’s Hajdari update

Celtic Open Ticket Sales for Beşiktaş’s November Visit

 

Celtic Open Ticket Sales for Beşiktaş’s November Visit

Celtic have announced general ticket sales for their Europa League home match against Beşiktaş on Thursday, 5 November.

Kick-off at Celtic Park is scheduled for 20:00 local time. Celtic’s announcement lists adult tickets from £45 and concession tickets from £32, with a £1.60 booking fee per ticket.

Access to the sale requires a Celtic ticketing account registered before 26 August 2026. This announcement concerns Celtic’s ticket sale; it does not provide details of Beşiktaş’s away allocation.

Source: Celtic FC: official ticket announcement

Beşiktaş Target Second European Win as Vlahović Fitness Concern Emerges

 

Beşiktaş Target Second European Win as Vlahović Fitness Concern Emerges

Beşiktaş visit Hoffenheim on Thursday, 15 October, seeking a second consecutive victory in the Europa League league phase after their 4–1 opening win over Marseille.

Hoffenheim enter the fixture following a difficult start to the season. According to Daily Sabah, the German side have lost four of their opening five Bundesliga matches and began their European campaign with a defeat to OFI Crete. Beşiktaş, meanwhile, arrive after beating Kocaelispor 2–1 domestically.

Václav Černý is unavailable because of a left hamstring injury. Dušan Vlahović also missed the final training session with stomach pain, according to Haberler, citing A Spor. The report said he received intravenous treatment and was nevertheless expected to join the travelling squad; it did not confirm whether he would start.

The match is scheduled to begin at 22:00 Turkish time, with Belgian referee Lawrence Visser officiating.

Sources: Daily Sabah match preview · Vlahović fitness report · Official match information

Beşiktaş Prepare for Hoffenheim as Černý Begins Injury Treatment

 

Beşiktaş Prepare for Hoffenheim as Černý Begins Injury Treatment

Beşiktaş will visit Hoffenheim on Thursday, 15 October, in their second Europa League league-phase match. Kick-off at Rhein-Neckar-Arena is scheduled for 22:00 Turkish time. The Istanbul club began its European campaign with a 4–1 victory over Marseille.

Preparations follow an injury update concerning Václav Černý, who could not complete the Kocaelispor match. Beşiktaş announced on 12 October that examinations and an MRI scan identified a strain and swelling in his left hamstring muscle. Treatment has begun under the club’s medical team; the statement did not specify a return date.

Sources: Beşiktaş: Hoffenheim match information · Official Černý injury update

Injury Boost for Beşiktaş as Vlahović and Trossard Near Return Amid European and Domestic Campaigns

 

Injury Boost for Beşiktaş as Vlahović and Trossard Near Return Amid European and Domestic Campaigns

Beşiktaş is undergoing preparations at the BJK Nevzat Demir Facilities for their week 7 Trendyol Süper Lig match against Kocaelispor. The club received positive medical updates during the international break regarding forwards Dusan Vlahović and Leandro Trossard. Both players have been sidelined with injuries but are recovering effectively and are expected to be fit for upcoming fixtures. In European competition, Beşiktaş recently secured a decisive 4-1 away victory against Olympique de Marseille in the UEFA Europa League, a result that reportedly sparked a managerial crisis for Marseille's coach Bruno Genesio. Beşiktaş's upcoming European schedule includes a match against FC Twente and a fixture against Bayer Leverkusen on December 10, 2026.

Links:

• Ground News: https://ground.news/article/good-news-for-besiktas-regarding-injuries

• Fanatik: https://www.fanatik.com.tr/english/an-ultimatum-following-the-besiktas-loss-the-bruno-genesio-crisis-in-marseille/

Beşiktaş Records Four Goals in Europa League as Domestic and Regional Competitions Continue

 

Beşiktaş Records Four Goals in Europa League as Domestic and Regional Competitions Continue

Beşiktaş has recorded four goals in the early stages of the 2026/2027 Europa League campaign, matching the offensive output of clubs like Crystal Palace and Sparta Prague. The team is also featured in ongoing Ligue 1 McDonald's highlight coverage for their matchup against Olympique Lyonnais. In the Turkish Super League, Besnik Hasi faced disciplinary action from the Turkish Football Federation following his conduct during Amedspor's 3-2 victory over Beşiktaş on September 20.

News Links: https://www.fotmob.com/leagues/73/stats/season/2026-2027/teams/goals-per-match https://ground.news/article/exploded-towards-the-referee-the-turkish-federation-gives-the-punishment-to-besnik-hasi https://www.ligue1.com/ol-besiktas-highlights-goals-and-match-stats

Beşiktaş Routs Marseille 4-1: Poku Scores on Debut as Fans Pay Tribute to Italiano

 

Beşiktaş Routs Marseille 4-1: Poku Scores on Debut as Fans Pay Tribute to Italiano

Beşiktaş officially commenced their UEFA Europa League campaign with a decisive 4-1 victory over Olympique de Marseille. Dutch-Ghanaian forward Ernest Poku made a significant impact, marking his European debut for the Turkish club by scoring the final goal of the match. The positive result further solidified manager Vincenzo Italiano's standing with the club's supporters. In recognition of his successful tenure thus far, the stadium played Toto Cutugno's iconic track "L'Italiano" at the conclusion of the match, serving as a special tribute to the Italian head coach.

Source: Football Italia / Yahoo Sports Syndication

Beşiktaş Dismantle Marseille 4-1 in Europa League Opener

 

Beşiktaş Dismantle Marseille 4-1 in Europa League Opener

On September 17, 2026, Beşiktaş JK secured a 4-1 victory over French side Olympique de Marseille in their opening match of the 2026/2027 UEFA Europa League campaign. The match took place at Tüpraş Stadyumu (Beşiktaş Park) in Istanbul. Beşiktaş opened the scoring in the 16th minute with a goal from İlhan Fakılı. During the second half, midfielder Orkun Kökcü scored twice, and Panamanian defender Amir Murillo scored a header against his former club to extend the lead. The match also saw Beşiktaş player Fabio Miretti receive a yellow card for a foul, while midfielders Salih Özcan and Himad Abdelli featured prominently in the midfield battle.

The result marked a successful start for Beşiktaş head coach Vincenzo Italiano, who expressed gratitude to the 42,000 supporters in attendance. Conversely, the defeat extended a four-game losing streak across all competitions for Marseille, managed by Bruno Génésio. Prior to the match, Génésio had stated his intent to rotate the squad and give fringe players, such as Keyliane Abdallah, an opportunity to start.

Sources & References:

• Daily Sabah: Beşiktaş crush Marseille 4-1 to launch Europa League campaign

• Yahoo Sports: PLAYER RATINGS | Beşiktaş 4-1 Marseille: Les Phocéens collapse in humbling Europa

• OneFootball: Amir Murillo heads Besiktas' third against former club Marseille in Europa League

• MARCA: Besiktas - Marseille LIVE. UEFA Europa League latest updates