Galatasaray secured their 24th Turkish Süper Lig title in a thrilling season finale, edging out arch-rivals Fenerbahçe with a record-breaking points total.

Dominant Lions Roar to Victory

Galatasaray needed just a point in their final match against Konyaspor and delivered with a convincing 3-1 win. Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe hammered rock-bottom Istanbulspor 6-0, but it wasn’t enough. Galatasaray finished the season with a staggering 102 points, the highest total ever in the league’s 38-game format. Fenerbahçe finished as runners-up with 99 points, the second-highest ever.

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A Season of Ups and Downs

This year’s title race was a tale of two Istanbul giants. Galatasaray enjoyed an almost invincible home record, dropping just one point at their iconic Türk Telekom Stadium throughout the season. However, Fenerbahçe’s narrow 1-0 victory at Galatasaray last week delayed the celebrations for a week, showcasing the fierce competition between the two clubs.

Controversy Casts a Shadow

The season wasn’t without its dark spots. In December, violence erupted when the president of Ankaragücü, Faruk Koca, assaulted a referee after a match. Two weeks later, the highly anticipated Super Cup final between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was postponed due to a political controversy surrounding the clubs’ pre-match attire. The match was eventually played in April, but Fenerbahçe players walked off the pitch in protest, leading to its abandonment.

Looking Ahead

Despite the controversies, Galatasaray’s triumph marks a successful season for the club. However, Fenerbahçe’s six-year title drought continues, leaving their fans hungry for success. With both teams setting the pace in the league, next season promises to be another thrilling installment in the ongoing rivalry between these Turkish giants.