Trabzonspor defeated Gaziantep 2-0 in their Turkish Süper Lig clash on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Papara Park. Goals from Stefan Savic and Ernest Muçi helped the home side claim three important points and strengthen their position near the top of the league table.
Trabzonspor controlled much of the contest, created more attacking opportunities and maintained their advantage after taking the lead just before half-time. Gaziantep struggled to turn their chances into goals despite registering six shots on target.
Trabzonspor vs Gaziantep: Match Result and Key Details
Trabzonspor delivered a solid performance in front of their home supporters, securing a comfortable 2-0 win against Gaziantep.
| Match Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Trabzonspor vs Gaziantep |
| Competition | Turkish Süper Lig |
| Date | November 1, 2026 |
| Venue | Papara Park |
| Full-time score | Trabzonspor 2-0 Gaziantep |
| Half-time score | Trabzonspor 1-0 Gaziantep |
| First goal | Stefan Savic 45+2′ |
| Second goal | Ernest Muçi 61′ |
The victory was particularly important for Trabzonspor as they continued their strong start to the 2026-27 Turkish Super Lig campaign.
Stefan Savic Gives Trabzonspor the Lead Before Half-Time
Trabzonspor had to wait until stoppage time in the first half to break the deadlock.
Stefan Savic scored in the 45th minute plus two to give the home team a 1-0 advantage. The goal arrived at a crucial moment, allowing Trabzonspor to enter the dressing room with momentum and a valuable lead.
Gaziantep had defended for much of the opening period but could not prevent the hosts from finding the breakthrough.
Ernest Muçi Doubles the Lead in the Second Half
Trabzonspor continued their attacking approach after the interval and extended their advantage in the 61st minute.
Ernest Muçi found the back of the net to make it 2-0, putting Trabzonspor in a commanding position. Noah Saviolo provided the assist for the second goal.
Gaziantep attempted to respond, but Trabzonspor maintained their defensive organisation and protected their clean sheet until the final whistle.
Trabzonspor vs Gaziantep Match Statistics
The match statistics highlight Trabzonspor’s overall control, particularly in possession and passing.
| Statistics | Trabzonspor | Gaziantep |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 57.4% | 42.6% |
| Total shots | 18 | 13 |
| Shots on target | 6 | 6 |
| Shots off target | 9 | 4 |
| Goalkeeper saves | 6 | 4 |
| Total passes | 550 | 403 |
| Pass accuracy | 86.5% | 82.9% |
| Corners | 4 | 2 |
| Offsides | 4 | 2 |
| Fouls | 7 | 12 |
| Yellow cards | 0 | 1 |
| Clearances | 11 | 24 |
Trabzonspor recorded 57.4% possession and completed 550 passes, compared with Gaziantep’s 403. The home side also produced five more total shots, demonstrating its greater attacking involvement.
Both teams registered six shots on target, but Trabzonspor were more effective in front of goal, scoring twice.
Trabzonspor Starting Lineup and Formation
Trabzonspor started the match using a 4-1-4-1 formation, with Paul Onuachu leading the attack.
The team focused on controlling possession and creating opportunities through its attacking midfielders. Ernest Muçi played an important role, scoring the second goal of the contest.
Stefan Savic also delivered an important performance, contributing the opening goal and helping Trabzonspor maintain defensive stability.
Gaziantep Fail to Find a Response
Gaziantep used a 4-2-3-1 formation but struggled to match Trabzonspor’s control in midfield.
Despite producing 13 shots and earning six shots on target, the visitors could not find a breakthrough.
Goalkeeper André Onana made six saves for Trabzonspor, helping the hosts preserve their clean sheet.
Gaziantep also committed 12 fouls and received one yellow card during the match.
Turkish Süper Lig Table After Trabzonspor’s Win
The victory moved Trabzonspor to 22 points after 10 matches, keeping them in third place in the Turkish Süper Lig standings.
| Position | Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Galatasaray | 10 | 25 |
| 2 | Amed SFK | 10 | 23 |
| 3 | Trabzonspor | 10 | 22 |
| 4 | Besiktas | 9 | 18 |
| 5 | Fenerbahce | 10 | 16 |
| 6 | Çorum FK | 10 | 16 |
| 7 | Kasimpasa | 9 | 16 |
| 8 | Kocaelispor | 10 | 16 |
| 9 | Goztepe | 10 | 15 |
| 10 | Istanbul Basaksehir | 10 | 14 |
| 11 | Erzurum BB | 10 | 14 |
| 12 | Alanyaspor | 9 | 12 |
| 13 | Caykur Rizespor | 10 | 11 |
| 14 | Konyaspor | 10 | 8 |
| 15 | Gaziantep FK | 10 | 8 |
Trabzonspor now have seven wins, one draw and two defeats from their opening 10 league matches. Meanwhile, Gaziantep remain on eight points after suffering their sixth defeat of the campaign.
Trabzonspor vs Gaziantep Head-to-Head Record
Trabzonspor have enjoyed positive results in recent meetings with Gaziantep.
Their previous five Turkish Super Lig encounters include several competitive matches, with Trabzonspor recording multiple victories.
The latest result adds another important win to Trabzonspor’s recent head-to-head record and continues their strong performances against Gaziantep.
Final Thoughts
Trabzonspor secured an impressive 2-0 victory over Gaziantep thanks to goals from Stefan Savic and Ernest Muçi.
The hosts dominated possession, created more shooting opportunities and showed better efficiency in the attacking third. Gaziantep had opportunities to get back into the match but could not overcome Trabzonspor’s defence and goalkeeper André Onana.
With 22 points from 10 matches, Trabzonspor remain firmly involved in the Turkish Süper Lig title race. Their next performances will be important as they look to close the gap on the teams above them.
For Gaziantep, the focus will be on improving their attacking efficiency and collecting valuable points in the upcoming league fixtures.
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