Nigde Belediyesispor Fight Back to Beat Adana Adaletgucu 2-1
Nigde Belediyesispor came from behind to secure a 2-1 home win over Adana Adaletgucu in the Turkish Third League on November 1, 2026. Trailing at half-time, the home side improved after the break, equalised early in the second half, and found the winner with nine minutes remaining.
The 18:00 kick-off produced a cagey first period, but the match opened up after the interval. Nigde Belediyesispor’s persistence eventually paid off, while Adana Adaletgucu were left to regret not building on their first-half lead.
Match Overview
- League: Turkish Third League
- Date: November 1, 2026
- Kick-off: 18:00
- Final score: Nigde Belediyesispor 2-1 Adana Adaletgucu
Adana Adaletgucu started brightly and took the lead midway through the first half, but Nigde Belediyesispor grew into the game as the match wore on. The home side’s second-half pressure produced two goals and a deserved comeback victory.
Key Moments
- 23rd minute — 0-1: Hakan Şen gave Adana Adaletgucu the lead with a well-placed shot after a quick exchange on the edge of the box.
- 49th minute — 1-1: Umut Kılıç equalised for Nigde Belediyesispor, turning in a low cross from the left.
- 81st minute — 2-1: Emrecan Bal scored the winner, heading home a corner at the near post.
Nigde Belediyesispor pushed for a second goal after equalising and were rewarded late in the match. Adana Adaletgucu had a chance to equalise in stoppage time, but a last-ditch block preserved the home side’s victory.
Tactical Story
Adana Adaletgucu were compact in the first half and looked to hit Nigde Belediyesispor on the counter. Their goal came from a neat passing move, but they were unable to maintain that level of control after the break. Nigde Belediyesispor increased the tempo, pushed their midfield higher, and began to win more second balls in dangerous areas.
The home side’s set-piece threat proved decisive. Emrecan Bal’s winner came from a corner, and Nigde Belediyesispor had several other half-chances from similar situations. Adana Adaletgucu defended bravely for long spells, but the sustained pressure eventually told.
Standout Players
Umut Kılıç was central to Nigde Belediyesispor’s comeback, scoring the equaliser and linking play well between midfield and attack. Emrecan Bal delivered the decisive moment with his late header. For Adana Adaletgucu, Hakan Şen was the brightest attacking outlet and took his goal confidently, but his team could not hold on.
What the Result Means
The comeback win gives Nigde Belediyesispor three valuable points in the Turkish Third League and reinforces their ability to respond after falling behind. Adana Adaletgucu will be frustrated after taking the lead and failing to see the game out. In a competitive division, turning narrow defeats into draws and wins is often the difference between a mid-table campaign and a promotion push.

