Fenerbahçe's Poor Start in the Süper Lig and Historical Statistics
Falling behind the leader after the defeat against Beşiktaş, the yellow-navy team has never experienced the joy of a championship in past seasons when they made a poor start.
Following the derby defeat against Beşiktaş in the Süper Lig that left Fenerbahçe four points behind the leader Galatasaray, it has emerged that the club has never won a championship in past periods when they suffered two defeats in the first four weeks of the season.
Derby Defeat and Standings
The derby defeat against Beşiktaş in the Süper Lig put Fenerbahçe, under the management of head coach İsmail Kartal, in a difficult situation by leaving them four points behind the leader Galatasaray.
Historical Championship Statistics
It was determined that Fenerbahçe has never reached the championship in any of the seasons in league history where they suffered two defeats in the first four weeks, and with this season's loss, the yellow-navy team has been added to this negative statistic.
Similar Scenarios in Past Seasons
The team previously recorded one win, one draw, and two defeats in the 1965-66, 1987-88, and 2016-17 seasons; two wins and two defeats in 1971-72; and two wins and three defeats in the first five weeks of the 2018-19 season.
Squad Structure and On-Pitch Troubles
It was observed that the void left by the departure of Fred and Talisca could not be filled, the central defender rotation narrowed, no alternative was found for Marco Asensio, and the team physically faded from the game after the seventieth minute.
Statements by President Aziz Yıldırım
President Aziz Yıldırım reacted to the criticisms regarding squad deficiencies following the Beşiktaş defeat, stating that central defender transfers had been made and players like Mert Müldür could be utilized.