Beşiktaş Move Top of the Süper Lig After Comfortable Win Over Erzurumspor
Beşiktaş continued their impressive opening to the Trendyol Süper Lig season with a convincing 3-0 victory over Erzurumspor FK at Tüpraş Stadium. The result came only days after their dramatic 2-1 derby triumph against Fenerbahçe, yet Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s team showed no signs of fatigue or complacency.
The Black Eagles controlled the match from the first whistle, dominating possession and repeatedly pushing Erzurumspor toward their own penalty area. Rather than allowing the intensity of the previous weekend’s derby to affect them, Beşiktaş produced a composed and disciplined performance in front of their home supporters.
Vlahović Continues His Excellent Scoring Form
Beşiktaş opened the scoring in the 28th minute through Dušan Vlahović, who once again demonstrated his value in the final third. Fabio Miretti created the opportunity with an incisive pass through the Erzurumspor defence, finding the Serbian forward inside the penalty area.
Vlahović remained calm under pressure and guided the ball beyond the goalkeeper to give the hosts a 1-0 lead. The goal was his fifth in as many league appearances, underlining the striker’s outstanding start to the campaign. His movement, strength and ability to finish quickly have made him one of the most influential players in Beşiktaş’s attack.
Miretti’s contribution was equally important. Operating between midfield and attack, the Juventus loanee consistently found space and helped Beşiktaş maintain a high tempo. His passing gave the home side an additional creative dimension, particularly when Erzurumspor attempted to defend with a compact shape.
Miretti Adds a Second Before Half-Time
The visitors struggled to cope with Beşiktaş’s pressure, especially on the flanks. In the 41st minute, Semih Kılıçsoy accelerated down the left side and delivered a dangerous cross into the penalty area.
Miretti had continued his run unnoticed and arrived at precisely the right moment. The Italian midfielder met the delivery and placed his finish into the bottom corner, doubling Beşiktaş’s advantage before the break.
The goal rewarded Miretti for an excellent first-half display. He was involved in the opening goal and then finished the second himself, combining creativity, intelligent movement and composure in front of goal.
Trossard Brings Fresh Energy
With a two-goal cushion, Van Bronckhorst used the second half to manage the squad and prepare for a demanding period that includes European commitments. Leandro Trossard entered the game shortly after the hour mark, providing greater speed and unpredictability in wide areas.
The Belgian winger immediately looked to attack his marker and stretch the Erzurumspor defensive line. His introduction allowed Beşiktaş to retain their attacking threat without placing unnecessary physical demands on the players who had started the match.
Although Erzurumspor tried to respond after the interval, Beşiktaş remained in control. The home team defended with discipline, limited dangerous openings and kept the visitors from building sustained pressure.
Rashica Completes the Victory
The final goal arrived in the 82nd minute. Gedson Fernandes collected the ball in central midfield and drove forward with purpose before releasing it to Milot Rashica.
The Kosovo international made no mistake, striking a clean finish past the goalkeeper to make it 3-0. The goal completed a dominant evening for Beşiktaş and reflected the team’s ability to threaten through several different attacking routes.
Gedson’s powerful run and Rashica’s decisive finish also highlighted the depth available to Van Bronckhorst. Beşiktaş were able to produce danger through their starting forwards, midfield runners and substitutes alike.
Beşiktaş Apply Pressure at the Summit
The three points temporarily lifted Beşiktaş to the top of the Süper Lig standings with 13 points. Their position places additional pressure on title rivals Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, who still had to play their respective Matchday 5 fixtures over the weekend.
More importantly, the result confirmed that Beşiktaş can handle different types of matches. After beating Fenerbahçe in a high-intensity derby, they followed up with a controlled performance against a deeper and more defensive opponent.
That adaptability could prove crucial over the course of the season. Challenging for the title requires more than spectacular victories in major derbies; teams must also collect maximum points against opponents who defend in numbers.
A Strong Platform for the Season
The early campaign has offered several positive signs for Van Bronckhorst. Vlahović is scoring regularly, Miretti is growing in influence and the attacking unit is showing variety. At the same time, the side has displayed enough defensive organisation to protect leads comfortably.
The manager will also be pleased with the impact of his substitutes. Trossard added energy after coming on, while Gedson and Rashica combined to produce the late third goal. Such contributions can become increasingly important as the fixture schedule becomes more demanding.
For Erzurumspor, the match served as a reminder of the gap between a title contender and a side still searching for consistency. They defended bravely in periods, but Beşiktaş’s technical quality and movement eventually proved too difficult to contain.
Beşiktaş now turn their attention to the next stage of the season with confidence. A perfect scoring run from Vlahović, Miretti’s growing influence and the strength of the bench have given the Black Eagles genuine momentum. If they can maintain the same concentration and intensity, they are likely to remain firmly involved in the battle for the Süper Lig title.