Fenerbahce Eyes Glory as Kayserispor Test Title Credentials
As the Turkish Super Lig enters its decisive stretch, all eyes are set on the Ulker Stadyumu this Sunday, where Fenerbahce will host Kayserispor in a clash that could heavily shape the title race. With just a handful of games left and the title in sight, Jose Mourinho’s side knows this isn’t just another game — it’s a statement opportunity.
The stakes are high for Fenerbahce. Sitting second in the league and breathing down Galatasaray’s neck, the recent slip-up by their Istanbul rivals has reopened the door for a late surge. Mourinho’s men have been in blistering form, dropping only six points in their last 15 league matches. That’s 12 wins, three draws, and a whole lot of firepower up front — 11 goals in just their last three outings. Whether it’s Dusan Tadic, Anderson Talisca, or the evergreen Edin Dzeko leading the line, the Yellow Canaries are looking ruthless.
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But while Fenerbahce’s attacking credentials are undeniable, the lack of clean sheets has been a niggling issue for the Portuguese tactician. Three wins without a single shutout is not exactly the Mourinho brand — and it’s a vulnerability Kayserispor might look to exploit.
Now, don't let Kayserispor's 13th-place standing fool you. Under Sergej Jakirovic, they've quietly become one of the most in-form teams in the league. They’re riding a wave of three straight wins, with eight goals scored and not a single one conceded during that run. That’s impressive at any level, and it suggests they won’t be rolling over, even at the Şükrü Saracoğlu cauldron.
However, the visitors face some key absences. Majid Hosseini’s red card, Dimitrios Kolovetsios’ suspension, and a tough blow in Stephane Bahoken’s Achilles injury force Jakirovic into a defensive reshuffle. Julian Jeanvier and Arif Kocaman are expected to step up, while Duckens Nazon could lead the line — a man who’s shown flashes of brilliance this season.
Fenerbahce, meanwhile, might tweak their shape, with Mourinho possibly reverting to a back four or continuing the effective back three that did the job against Sivasspor. With talents like Oguz Aydin and Youssef En-Nesyri waiting in the wings, there’s depth, dynamism, and danger all over the pitch for the home side.
Prediction? While Kayserispor’s recent form deserves respect, Fenerbahce knows what’s on the line. Galatasaray’s stumble gave them hope, and now it’s about capitalizing. Expect Mourinho to have his players fired up and ready to deliver. I’m calling it 3-1 to Fenerbahce — a performance worthy of title contenders.
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