ISTANBUL (Interstat) — Fatih Karagümrük SK defeated Alanyaspor 2-1 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Atatürk Olimpiyat Stadı in a Süper Lig match that saw a substitute provide the decisive opening goal.

Meschack Elia, who entered the match as a substitute, opened the scoring in the 32nd minute. Sam Larsson doubled the lead in the 47th minute, putting the home side ahead by two goals.

Alanyaspor pulled one back later in the second half, but the solitary goal was not enough to overcome the deficit.

Fatih Karagümrük SK improved to 1-0 in Süper Lig play and 1-0 across all competitions. Alanyaspor dropped to 0-1 in league action and 0-1 overall.

A yellow card was issued to Çağtay Kurukalıp in the 90th minute plus four minutes of stoppage time.

The match was played at the Atatürk Olimpiyat Stadı, a venue that has hosted numerous top-flight fixtures in Turkish football.

Elia’s goal came from a well-timed run into the box, finishing past the Alanyaspor goalkeeper. Larsson’s strike followed shortly after the halftime break, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by the visitors.

Alanyaspor pressed for an equalizer in the closing stages but could not find the net again despite several chances.

Fatih Karagümrük SK’s defensive organization held firm, securing all three points in front of their home supporters.

The result gave the home team an early advantage in the standings, while Alanyaspor will look to bounce back in their next fixture.

The match was the season opener for both sides in the Süper Lig, a 38-game campaign that runs from August to May.

Fatih Karagümrük SK’s victory marked a strong start under their coaching staff, who emphasized defensive solidity and quick transitions.

Alanyaspor, meanwhile, will need to address their finishing after managing only one goal from several opportunities.

The match was officiated by a Turkish referee crew assigned by the Turkish Football Federation.

Spectator attendance figures were not immediately available.

The game was the only Süper Lig fixture scheduled for that date, as the league typically staggers matches across the weekend.

Fatih Karagümrük SK entered the match without several regular starters due to injury, but the depth of the squad was evident in the performance of substitutes like Elia.

Alanyaspor’s starting lineup featured a mix of experienced veterans and younger players.

The atmosphere at the stadium was lively, with both sets of fans creating a competitive environment.

In the first half, Fatih Karagümrük SK controlled possession and created the better chances, culminating in Elia’s goal.

The second half began with Larsson’s strike, giving the home side a two-goal cushion.

Alanyaspor responded by pushing forward, and their goal came from a set piece that was not properly cleared.

The visitors continued to attack but were unable to break down the Fatih Karagümrük SK defense.

The yellow card to Kurukalıp came for a tactical foul as he attempted to stop a counterattack.

The match ended with Fatih Karagümrük SK earning a hard-fought victory.

Interstat’s game simulator had projected a final score of 1-1, with Interstat’s ELO system giving Alanyaspor a 53.60 percent probability to win.