Eskisehir Anadolu secured a convincing 3-1 home victory over Aksarayspor in the TUR Kupası on 28 October 2026, using a strong first-half display and a late third goal to close out the tie. The hosts were sharper in the final third and controlled the key moments, particularly around the hour mark when Aksarayspor briefly threatened a comeback.

Match overview

Eskisehir Anadolu began the match with purpose, moving the ball quickly and pressing Aksarayspor high up the pitch. The breakthrough arrived in the ninth minute when Kerem Arslan found space between the centre-backs and guided a low finish into the net. The early goal settled the home side, who continued to dominate possession and create chances through the wide areas.

The lead was doubled in the 34th minute. A well-rehearsed corner routine ended with Barış Tunç heading home from close range, giving Eskisehir Anadolu a comfortable advantage at the interval. Aksarayspor improved after the restart and pulled one back in the 58th minute through Furkan Yalçın, whose shot from the edge of the box took a slight deflection on its way in.

That goal gave the visitors hope, and for a short spell they pushed more bodies forward. Eskisehir Anadolu weathered the pressure, however, and sealed the win in the 81st minute when Arslan scored his second of the night after a slick counter-attacking move. The 3-1 scoreline was a fair reflection of the hosts’ greater cutting edge.

Key moments

• 9' – Eskisehir Anadolu 1-0: Kerem Arslan finished calmly after a quick move through midfield.
• 34' – Eskisehir Anadolu 2-0: Barış Tunç headed in from a corner.
• 58' – Eskisehir Anadolu 2-1: Furkan Yalçın pulled one back for Aksarayspor with a deflected strike.
• 81' – Eskisehir Anadolu 3-1: Arslan completed his brace on the counter-attack.

Tactical story

Eskisehir Anadolu’s success was built on control in midfield and intelligent use of the flanks. Their full-backs pushed high to create overloads, while the midfield trio recycled possession and prevented Aksarayspor from building sustained attacks. The early goal allowed the hosts to play with more patience, and their set-piece threat added a second dimension.

Aksarayspor’s response after half-time was positive. They raised their defensive line, pressed more aggressively and found a goal through Yalçın. For around 15 minutes, the visitors looked capable of forcing an equaliser. Eskisehir Anadolu’s decision to drop slightly deeper and attack through transitions proved decisive, as they restored their two-goal cushion late on.

Standout performers

Kerem Arslan was the outstanding player on the night, scoring twice and linking play effectively throughout. His movement between the lines caused Aksarayspor problems all evening. Barış Tunç was dominant in the air and added an important goal, while Eskisehir Anadolu’s goalkeeper handled several dangerous crosses well in the second half.

For Aksarayspor, Furkan Yalçın took his goal well and was the visitors’ most persistent attacking threat. The midfield worked hard to regain a foothold after the break, but the team could not find the second goal that would have made the closing stages more uncomfortable for the hosts.

What it means

The 3-1 win gives Eskisehir Anadolu momentum in the TUR Kupası and rewards their positive approach at home. They looked well organised in possession and dangerous from set pieces, two qualities that will serve them well in knockout football. Aksarayspor exit with a respectable second-half performance, but the early concessions left them with too much to do.