Ankaragucu vs Şanlıurfaspor Match Recap - Oct 25, 2025

Ankaragucu Overcomes Early Setback to Dismantle Şanlıurfaspor, Securing a Much-Needed Victory

In a decisive evening at Eryaman Stadyumu, Ankaragucu turned the tide on their recent struggles, overpowering Şanlıurfaspor with a commanding 4-1 victory that reverberates through the Turkish 2. Lig. Just a week ago, I mused on the potential for Ankaragucu to harness their traditional grit against a rising power. Perhaps I should have been more confident. What unfolded was far more than a continuation of their recent form-it was a statement.

The match ignited in spectacular fashion with just a mere 60 seconds elapsed when Sercan Kurumuş of Şanlıurfaspor struck first, sending the away fans into a rapturous celebration. Such a lightning start threatened to extinguish Ankaragucu's hopes, especially given their precarious position in 14th place, but instead, it lit the fuse for a fireworks display to follow.

It took less than 20 minutes for Ankaragucu to respond. Mert Şimşek, having been a beacon of hope in recent weeks, leveled the match in the 18th minute, igniting the home crowd and steering the momentum back to the hosts. From that point, Ankaragucu seized control, demonstrating the striking hunger and tenacity that had seemingly been missing in past outings.

The second half saw Enes Tepecik extend the lead to 2-1 shortly after the break, scoring in the 51st minute. The hosts were relentless, and it wasn't long before they struck again, with another uncredited goal in the 66th minute that pushed the score to 3-1. Mert Şimşek capped off a dazzling performance with his second goal of the match in the 84th minute, sealing the emphatic victory.

This result places Ankaragucu on 9 points, still hovering near the relegation zone but now looking upwards, inspired by a performance that promised more. For Şanlıurfaspor, who were previously sitting in 2nd place with aspirations for the top, this defeat is a stark reminder of the league's unforgiving nature-showing that momentum can shift in an instant.

The stark contrast of the two teams' trajectories this season could not have been clearer. Ankaragucu seized a crucial opportunity to redefine their campaign, delivering an emphatic message not only to their supporters but also to the competition: they remain a formidable presence in Turkish football.

Looking ahead, Ankaragucu must build on this momentum, seeking consistency to climb further up the table. Conversely, Şanlıurfaspor must regroup and reassess if they wish to maintain their title aspirations. In a league where every match can act as a springboard or a setback, both teams are reminded that the road ahead is fraught with challenges, and every point counts in this tightly-contested league.