Galatasaray Held to 1-1 Draw by 10-Man Beşiktaş in Istanbul Derby

Istanbul Derby Ends All Square as Galatasaray Fight Back With 10 Men

Galatasaray and Beşiktaş shared the spoils in a heated 1-1 draw during matchday 8 of the Turkish Super Lig, as the home side recovered from going a man down early in the match.

Sanchez Sees Red as Galatasaray Go Down to 10

In the 34th minute, Davinson Sanchez received a straight red card for a last-man challenge, leaving Galatasaray with 10 men for the remainder of the match. The dismissal was a major turning point that forced the hosts to adapt their approach.

Gündoğan Responds After Beşiktaş Take the Lead

Despite being a man down, Galatasaray found the equaliser through Ilkay Gündoğan in the 55th minute. After a high press by Lucas Torreira forced a turnover, Gündoğan calmly slotted the ball past Mert Günok from the left side of the box.

Key Moments

• 54’ – Torreira tested Mert Günok with a powerful strike from distance, but the keeper handled it on the second attempt.

• 74’ – Rafa Silva squandered a golden opportunity for Beşiktaş, firing over from close range after a precise pass from Cengiz Ünder.

• 83’ – Ünder forced a save from Uğurcan Çakır, who blocked the winger’s shot with his feet.

Full-Time Score

Post-Match Summary

• Galatasaray showed great character and resilience despite the numerical disadvantage.

• Beşiktaş failed to capitalize on their extra man, with several chances going to waste.

• The derby delivered intensity and drama, but ultimately ended in a stalemate.