Besiktas consolidated their run to the top of the Super Lig with a 2‑1 win against Kocaelispor, played on 11 October. The episode, which took place almost entirely in the first half, saw the Italian Ivan Vlahović and the Turkish striker Orkun Kökçü score, guaranteeing the Istanbul club second position with 15 points, one point behind Galatasaray.
In the first period, the two goals came in quick succession: Vlahović opened the scoring in the 4th minute, followed by another from Orkun in the 10th and, almost immediately after, a second from Vlahović in the 13th. The action, which culminated in three goals in 13 minutes, left Kocaelispor with no chance of recovery. The result allowed Besiktas to maintain their home run, with eight matches won without defeat in the current season, a run that extends to European competitions as well.
With the victory, the club of Vincenzo Italiano, former coach of Bologna and Fiorentina, moves further closer to Galatasaray, who currently holds 16 points. Besiktas, with 15, remains in strong contention for the title, with the difference of just one point which puts them in a waiting position for the next few days. The current ranking sees Galatasaray in the lead, followed by Besiktas, while Amedspor and Fenerbahce occupy third and fourth position respectively with 14 and 13 points.
The Italian coach praised the team's performance, underlining the defensive solidity and offensive effectiveness which allowed the match to be closed on time. Vlahović, who has proven to be a key element, confirmed his importance for the club's project. The Turkish striker, with his international experience, has contributed to keeping the team in the running for the title.
Looking to the future, Besiktas will have to continue to sustain their home performance and manage the challenges of the Super Lig, where the next match is against Konyaspor. The club aims to keep the pressure on Galatasaray, trying to close the gap by one point and consolidate their top position. With the series of victories at home and the presence of quality players like Vlahović, Besiktas seems ready to continue their march towards winning the title.