Trendyol Super League Week-3 Preview
- gorogluberkin
- Aug 20
- 4 min read
Matchday 3 of the Turkish Süper Lig will be played between 22–25 August. After the opening two weeks, five teams sit level at the top on six points: Konyaspor, Galatasaray, Antalyaspor, Samsunspor, and Trabzonspor. This round still features decisive clashes that could reshape the standings. Galatasaray aim to extend their winning run against Kayserispor, Fenerbahçe are looking for their first league victory as they host Kocaelispor, and Trabzonspor meet Antalyaspor in a direct battle between two sides with perfect starts. Meanwhile, several fixtures have been postponed due to European commitments, including Konyaspor vs Beşiktaş , Samsunspor vs Kasımpaşa, and Rizespor vs Başakşehir.
Match Schedule – Week 3
Home Team | Away Team | Date | Time |
Mısırlı.com.tr Fatih Karagümrük A.Ş. | Göztepe A.Ş. | 22.08.2025 | 21:30 |
Gaziantep Futbol Kulübü A.Ş. | Gençlerbirliği | 23.08.2025 | 21:30 |
Fenerbahçe A.Ş. | Kocaelispor | 23.08.2025 | 21:30 |
Tümosan Konyaspor | Beşiktaş A.Ş. | Postponed | - |
Samsunspor A.Ş. | Kasımpaşa A.Ş. | Postponed | - |
Çaykur Rizespor A.Ş. | Rams Başakşehir Futbol Kulübü | Postponed | - |
Trabzonspor A.Ş. | Hesap.com Antalyaspor | 24.08.2025 | 19:00 |
Zecorner Kayserispor | Galatasaray A.Ş. | 24.08.2025 | 21:30 |
İkas Eyüpspor | Corendon Alanyaspor | 25.08.2025 | 19:00 |
Marquee Matchups
Kayserispor vs Galatasaray
Absentees: Galatasaray are expected to be without Davinson Sánchez and Mario Lemina, while Barış Alper Yılmaz is also unlikely to feature due to ongoing transfer discussions. Kayserispor have no major absences reported.
Context: Galatasaray have won their opening two games, collecting six points, and now aim to make it three wins from three to push for the league lead. Kayserispor, on the other hand, have only managed a single point from their first two fixtures.
Expectation: With their superior squad depth, Galatasaray enter as favourites, but Kayserispor will look to use home advantage to stay competitive. The involvement of Osimhen and Icardi could be decisive.
Fenerbahçe vs Kocaelispor
Absentees: Fenerbahçe are missing Becao, Mert Hakan Yandaş, and Cenk Tosun through injury, while Oosterwolde is suspended. Kocaelispor also face a couple of squad absences.
Context: Fenerbahçe drew 0–0 at Göztepe last week and are still searching for their first league win, having also drawn against Benfica in the Champions League play-offs. Newly-promoted Kocaelispor aim to cause an upset.
Expectation: Fenerbahçe’s quality makes them favourites, though fatigue and missing players could complicate matters. Fans are eager to see their side claim its first three points in the league.
Trabzonspor vs Antalyaspor
Absentees: Trabzonspor will be without Barisic (ACL injury) and Anthony Nwakaeme, while Cihan Çanak is listed as doubtful. Antalyaspor have no major absences reported.
Context: Both teams have started with two wins from two, each sitting on six points. Trabzonspor have shown occasional inconsistencies but relied heavily on Uğurcan Çakır’s saves, while Antalyaspor have emerged as one of the surprise packages of the early season.
Expectation: With both sides tied at the top, this matchup could significantly impact the standings. It is widely regarded as one of the week’s most crucial fixtures.
Transfer Spotlight
Edson Álvarez to Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe has officially confirmed reaching an agreement in principle with West Ham United for the transfer of Mexican midfielder Edson Álvarez.
Official Club Statement
“Our club has reached a principle agreement with West Ham United regarding the loan transfer of Edson Álvarez.The player has been invited to Istanbul to complete his medical examinations and finalize transfer negotiations.
We respectfully submit this to the public.”
Barış Alper Saga: Record-Breaking Bid Challenges Galatasaray’s Resolve Galatasaray are facing renewed speculation around Barış Alper Yılmaz. Reports in Turkey suggested that NEOM, the Saudi Pro League newcomers, have made a staggering offer worth over €10 million plus bonuses in annual wages. The size of the package is said to have unsettled the player, who has reportedly skipped training for the past three days.
Despite the astronomical proposal, Galatasaray remain determined to keep their star winger. Club officials insist that unless an unrefusable offer north of €50 million arrives, they have no intention of selling. Another layer to the saga is the sell-on clause: Barış’s former club reportedly holds a 20% stake in any future transfer, which Galatasaray intend to push onto NEOM should negotiations proceed.
The club’s management, alongside coach Okan Buruk, have reiterated that their priority is to protect the core squad and continue their title pursuit with key players intact.
Agent Statement (Translation of Official Release)
Barış Alper’s representative, Maldan, issued a strong-worded statement:
“All transfer offers have been communicated to us by the Galatasaray board in face-to-face meetings and were rejected with the club’s full knowledge. However, what disturbed us was not the rejections but the manner of communication. Barış received extremely important offers over the past two windows, but chose to stay for the sake of Galatasaray’s ambitions. The board even promised him this summer: ‘If an offer comes, we won’t block your way.’ Yet today, we are faced with a different approach, which deeply disappoints us. Barış has contributed significantly in five trophies won and deserves respect for his sacrifices. I must also say that fans should know: Barış has always fought honorably on and off the pitch. But now, it is time for his voice to be heard.”
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