Caykur Rizespor pulled off a major upset, defeating Besiktas JK 1-2 away from home in the Turkish Super League on May 26th, 2025. The victory at the Vodafone Park was a stunning result for Rizespor, damaging Besiktas's European qualification hopes late in the season. The match process saw the underdogs take a surprise lead, with Besiktas equalizing to set up what seemed like a typical home comeback, only for Rizespor to score a late winner against the run of play. The key focus was Rizespor's defensive resilience and lethal counter-attacking, which punished a Besiktas side that dominated possession but was vulnerable on the break. This result was a huge boost for Rizespor's survival hopes or mid-table security, while it was a devastating blow for Besiktas in the race for Champions League or Europa League spots. The Besiktas manager faced criticism for his team's inability to break down a stubborn defense.