Highlights from the Sports Press and Derby Plans on September 5, 2026
Derby tactics featured in newspaper sports pages, foreign player costs, and post-match statements came to the agenda.
The sports pages of the newspapers dated September 5, 2026, extensively covered the derby tactics of Beşiktaş and Fenerbahçe, the financial losses of the Big Four caused by foreign players, and Galatasaray's victory against Başakşehir.
Beşiktaş's Derby Plan
Beşiktaş continued its preparations by drawing up a special tactical plan for the crucial derby to be played in Kadıköy.
The black-and-white team aims for 3 points on the pitch under the management of Italiano, with the leadership of Orkun, the physical strength of Salih Özcan, and the energy of Olaitan.
Fenerbahçe's Tactical Weapons
On the Fenerbahçe front, the long, accurate passes by Ederson and Ake stand out.
It is stated that the direct play to be built through Muriç and wing attacks will be the most effective weapons in the derby for the yellow-navy blue team.
Foreign Player Loss
A total of 10 foreign players, whom the four major clubs had to part ways with due to the rule during this summer transfer window, created a major economic damage.
According to calculations, these separations caused the clubs a total financial loss amounting to 64.4 million Euros.
Galatasaray's Victory and Reactions
The match, which was the scene of a fierce struggle between Galatasaray and Başakşehir, ended with a goal scored by the yellow-reds in the final minute.
After the match, Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk criticized the referee's performance and directed striking questions to the public.