Eyüpspor, featuring Senegalese international Mame Baba Thiam, achieved their first victory of the Turkish Süper Lig season with an impressive 4-1 triumph over Bodrumspor. This win comes after the Istanbul-based club started their campaign with a draw on the opening day.
Following a 1-1 draw against Alanyaspor in their season opener, Eyüpspor returned to action determined to claim all three points in their first home game on Monday, August 19.
Despite trailing at halftime, the team managed by Arda Turan mounted a formidable comeback in the second half to secure a decisive victory and move up to third place in the standings.
Eyüpspor’s Second-Half Comeback
The match began with Bodrumspor taking the lead, leaving Eyüpspor with work to do in the second half. Gianni Bruno provided the equalizer almost immediately after the restart, finding the back of the net in the 46th minute.
The momentum shifted in favor of Eyüpspor, and they quickly capitalized on their dominance.
In the 55th minute, Mame Baba Thiam, who joined Eyüpspor this summer from Pendikspor, scored his first goal for his new club.
Thiam’s goal, his 54th in the Süper Lig, put Eyüpspor ahead and demonstrated his ability to make an impact in crucial moments.
The Senegalese forward’s clinical finish was a key turning point in the match, setting the stage for Eyüpspor’s eventual victory.
As the game progressed, Eyüpspor continued to press forward, seeking to extend their lead. Samu Saiz added a third goal in the 86th minute, further solidifying the team’s control over the match.
In stoppage time, Halil Akbunar completed the scoring with a goal in the 90th+5 minute, capping off a dominant second-half performance by Eyüpspor.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, Eyüpspor has positioned themselves among the early front-runners in the Süper Lig standings.
Their next challenge will be an away match against Sivasspor on August 24, where they will look to build on their strong start to the season.
Mame Baba Thiam, who has already proven to be a valuable addition to the team, will be expected to continue his scoring form as Eyüpspor aim to maintain their momentum in the league.
This win marks an important milestone for Eyüpspor as they seek to establish themselves in the top tier of Turkish football.
The team’s ability to recover from a halftime deficit and secure a convincing victory highlights their potential to compete at a high level this season.
As the campaign progresses, all eyes will be on Eyüpspor and their key players, including Thiam, as they strive for continued success in the Süper Lig.
