Fenerbahçe vs Konyaspor

Süper LigMatchweek 2

Fenerbahçe

Full Time
4–2
HT: 3–1

Konyaspor

Ref: Atilla Karaoglan, TürkiyeChobani Stadyumu Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu Spor Kompleksi, İstanbul · 47,834 cap
Fipster Pick
Home WinlowHit
Full-time story

Fenerbahçe's firepower overwhelms Konyaspor

A four-goal salvo from Fenerbahçe secures a comfortable win despite late consolation from Konyaspor.

Fenerbahçe stormed to a 4-2 victory over Konyaspor in the Süper Lig, with V. Muriqi opening the scoring early and M. Greenwood impressively netting a hat-trick, including a penalty miss followed by a quick recovery. Marco Asensio also contributed to the home side's dominance before the break. Konyaspor managed to pull two goals back, including a late strike from D. Türüç, but it wasn't enough to prevent a solid home win. Fipster's low-confidence prediction of a narrow home win was on the money, though the actual scoreline was far more entertaining than expected.

FıpsterSelf-Score Card
Underconfident✓ Hit
Fipster's Pick✓
1–0
Final Result
4–2
HT 3–1
50%Fair
C
✓Outcome✗Exact score✗Both scored✗Goals✗Halftime
Fipster's self review22 Aug 2026

Outcome probability

Fenerbahçe 35%Draw 33%Konyaspor 32%

The new season kicks off with Fenerbahçe facing Konyaspor in what promises to be a closely contested encounter. Both teams have made some summer moves, and this match will set the tone for their campaigns ahead.

Key facts

  1. 1.Fenerbahçe finished 2nd last season with 74 points from 34 games.
  2. 2.Konyaspor ended 9th with 40 points from 34 games.
  3. 3.Fenerbahçe's goal difference was +40, significantly better than Konyaspor's -7.
  4. 4.Fenerbahçe averaged 2.18 points per game last season, compared to Konyaspor's 1.18.
  5. 5.Fenerbahçe signed V. Muriqi and M. Greenwood during the summer transfer window.
  6. 6.Konyaspor added C. Awaziem to their squad and lost U. Nayir as a free agent.
  7. 7.This is the first competitive fixture of the new season for both teams.

The context

Fenerbahçe finished last season strongly, sitting second in the league with a solid points tally and a healthy goal difference. Konyaspor, meanwhile, ended in mid-table, showing room for improvement. The arrival of new players like V. Muriqi and M. Greenwood for Fenerbahçe, and C. Awaziem for Konyaspor, adds fresh dynamics to both squads.

Player Insights

Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists

Home — Fenerbahçe

M. Škriniar

M. Škriniar

Defender

Fenerbahçe

Total Passes
205
3 played
3 starts
270 mins
~90 mins/game
M. Guendouzi

M. Guendouzi

Midfielder

Fenerbahçe

Total Passes
192
3 played
3 starts
266 mins
~89 mins/game
N. Aké

N. Aké

Defender

Fenerbahçe

Total Passes
189
3 played
3 starts
270 mins
~90 mins/game

Away — Konyaspor

C. Awaziem

C. Awaziem

Defender

Konyaspor

Total Passes
163
3 played
3 starts
259 mins
~86 mins/game
A. Demirbağ

A. Demirbağ

Defender

Konyaspor

Total Passes
153
3 played
3 starts
270 mins
~90 mins/game

Analysis

Fenerbahçe's superior league standing and goal difference from last season suggest they have the edge. Their points per game average was nearly double that of Konyaspor's, indicating a more consistent performance. The summer signings bolster Fenerbahçe's attacking options, while Konyaspor's changes may take time to gel. Expect a tight match with Fenerbahçe likely to break the deadlock.

Prediction

We predict a narrow 1-0 win for Fenerbahçe. Their stronger squad depth and attacking reinforcements should be enough to secure the three points, though Konyaspor will make them work for it.

The verdict

This season opener sets the stage for what could be an intriguing campaign. Fenerbahçe will look to build on last season's success, while Konyaspor aims to climb higher. A close game with a slim margin of victory seems the most plausible outcome.

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