Kurtulan double keeps Göztepe in fourth | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Göztepe beat Samsunspor 2-0 at Gürsel Aksel Stadyumu. Arda Kurtulan opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, finishing from the centre of the box after a pass from Juan. The winger struck again (68.), converting another Juan-led break to give the hosts breathing space. Samsunspor had 63.9% possession but failed to register a shot on target, while the hosts scored with both of their efforts on goal. The result keeps Göztepe fourth on 32 points, they host Caykur Rizespor next, while Samsunspor face Eyüpspor in the Türkiye Kupasi.

Player of the Match: Arda Kurtulan decided the game with a clinical brace from his only two shots on target, adding hustle out of possession to press the Samsunspor back line.

Stat of the Match: Juan delivered two assists, creating three big chances to drive Göztepe's attacks.

Three Things We Learned: Göztepe were ruthless, scoring with both shots on target despite only 36.1% possession. Rick Van Drongelen battled throughout for Samsunspor, making seven tackles and winning six aerial duels. Stanimir Stoilov's side continue to defend superbly, registering their 11th clean sheet of the league season.