Iğdır FK began life in the Turkish First League with a dramatic 2-1 home victory over Sariyer on August 10, 2025. The newly promoted side celebrated a historic win at the Iğdır Şehir Stadium, marking their debut in the second tier with three crucial points. In a tightly contested match, Iğdır FK took the lead in the first half, only for Sariyer to fight back and equalize after the break. The game seemed destined for a draw until Iğdır FK found a late winner, sending the home supporters into raptures. This victory provides a massive confidence boost for Iğdır's squad as they adapt to a higher level of competition. For Sariyer, it was a frustrating start, losing a match they felt they could have taken something from.