Galatasaray stay top with clinical display in Rize | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Caykur Rizespor were beaten 3-0 by Galatasaray in the Süper Lig in Rize. Baris Yilmaz put Aslan ahead in the 19th minute with a close-range header from Noa Lang's cross. After the restart, Yunus Akgun doubled the lead with another close-range header (62.), before Victor Osimhen wrapped it up (73.). Aslan controlled proceedings with 59.7% possession and 19 attempts, striking the woodwork twice. Aslan stay top on 52 points and host Eyüpspor next, while Rize visit Gençlerbirliği.

Player of the Match: Baris Yilmaz scored the opener, assisted the second and won six possessions, setting the tone for Aslan's front-foot performance.

Stat of the Match: Aslan completed 90.0% of their passes, a platform for calm control throughout.

Three Things We Learned: Aslan's wide threat told, with Baris Yilmaz scoring and assisting while Noa Lang provided the key early delivery. Rize must sharpen the final ball after 20 crosses at 15.0% accuracy and just four shots on target from 15 attempts. Ugurcan Cakir produced four saves to preserve the clean sheet.