Derincespor edged a remarkable seven-goal contest against Inegol Kafkas Genclik, winning 4-3 in the Turkish Second League on 8 November 2026. The hosts led three times, were pegged back repeatedly, and finally found the decisive goal in the 88th minute to complete a thrilling home victory.
Match overview
Derincespor made a dream start and took the lead in the sixth minute through Berk Yıldız, who finished calmly after a quick move through midfield. Inegol Kafkas Genclik responded well and equalised in the 19th minute when Emrecan Aydın beat the goalkeeper with a low drive. The hosts restored their advantage in the 28th minute through Hakan Korkmaz, only for the match to swing again.
Just before half-time, Berk Yıldız scored his second of the night to make it 3-1, but Inegol refused to fold. They pulled one back in the 57th minute through Mertkan Öz and then equalised in the 74th minute when Emrecan Aydın grabbed his second. With the game seemingly heading for a draw, Derincespor found one final attack and Onur Demir struck the winner two minutes from time.
Key moments
- 6th minute: Berk Yıldız opens the scoring for Derincespor after a fast break.
- 19th minute: Emrecan Aydın equalises for Inegol Kafkas Genclik with a low strike.
- 28th minute: Hakan Korkmaz restores Derincespor’s lead.
- 45+2 minutes: Berk Yıldız scores again to make it 3-1 at the break.
- 57th minute: Mertkan Öz reduces the deficit to 3-2.
- 74th minute: Emrecan Aydın equalises at 3-3.
- 88th minute: Onur Demir scores the winning goal for Derincespor.
Tactical story
This was a match defined by attacking intent and defensive vulnerability. Derincespor’s midfield pressed aggressively and looked to release their forwards quickly, which created a steady stream of chances. The hosts were especially dangerous down the right, where their wide players repeatedly got behind the Inegol back line. Their movement in the box was excellent, but their defensive spacing allowed Inegol back into the game.
Inegol Kafkas Genclik showed great character to respond three times. Their best periods came when they bypassed Derincespor’s press and attacked the space behind the full-backs. Emrecan Aydın’s movement caused problems throughout, and Mertkan Öz’s goal gave them belief. In the end, however, Inegol’s inability to clear their lines under late pressure proved decisive, allowing Derincespor one last chance.
Standout performers
Berk Yıldız was the standout attacker with two goals and constant movement, while Onur Demir delivered the decisive moment off the bench. Hakan Korkmaz also contributed an important goal and worked tirelessly in midfield. For Inegol, Emrecan Aydın’s brace and Mertkan Öz’s second-half strike kept the visitors in a game that seemed to be slipping away.
Season impact
The three points give Derincespor a valuable lift and reward their attacking ambition, though the coaching staff will want a much tighter defensive display in future matches. Inegol Kafkas Genclik leave with nothing despite scoring three times away from home, a result that will sting given their second-half comeback. In a congested Turkish Second League table, this seven-goal thriller could be remembered as a turning point for Derincespor’s momentum.

