In a match defined by momentum swings and determined finishing, Gençlerbirliği twice clawed back from deficits to secure a 2-2 draw against Alanyaspor at Eryaman Stadium, delivering one of the most compelling contests in this Süper Lig campaign.

Alanyaspor, under João Pedro da Silva Esmail Pereira, set the tone early. Their intent was rewarded in the 14th minute when Ianis Hagi darted onto a precise through-ball, finishing coolly to silence the home crowd and give the visitors a deserved lead. Alanyaspor’s opening spell showcased sharp, organized movement—Ruan and Makouta controlling the midfield, while Steve Mounié’s pressing forced Gençlerbirliği into errors.

Gençlerbirliği struggled for rhythm in the first half but began to assert themselves after the break. Hüseyin Eroğlu’s side capitalized on their improved possession and attacking intent, with the overlapping runs of Pedro Pereira and the dynamism of Henry Onyekuru turning the tide. Their breakthrough came in the 66th minute when defender Žan Žužek rose highest to nod in M’Baye Niang’s well-weighted corner, igniting the home support and squaring the contest.

Alanyaspor responded almost immediately. Just three minutes later, Hagi—arguably the match’s standout—slipped a clever pass to substitute Hwang Ui-Jo, who finished clinically to restore the visitors' lead in the 69th minute. The swift counter showcased Alanyaspor’s efficiency going forward, punishing Gençlerbirliği for their defensive lapse in transition.

Yet the drama was far from over. A defensive miscue in the box saw Gençlerbirliği awarded a penalty in the 76th minute. M’Baye Niang, undaunted despite an earlier disallowed goal for offside, powered home from the spot to earn his side a crucial point and cap a frenetic second half.

Both sides had chances to claim all three points in the closing stages. Niang and Onyekuru were constant threats, but Alanyaspor goalkeeper Ertuğrul Taşkıran and Gençlerbirliği’s Erhan Erentürk each produced vital saves to preserve parity.

Statistically, Gençlerbirliği edged possession (55%) and registered more passes with marginally greater accuracy, while Alanyaspor’s attack looked sharper on the break (12 shots, 6 on target). Discipline was a talking point, as both sides finished with multiple bookings in a physical contest that never lost its edge.

For Gençlerbirliği, the draw maintains their resilience at home and offers momentum heading into the next round, while Alanyaspor’s positive attacking display was tempered by defensive lapses. Both clubs remain firmly entrenched in the battle for mid-table security as the Süper Lig season approaches its critical phase.