Eskisehir Anadolu secured a confident 3-1 home victory over Aksarayspor in the Turkish Cup on 28 October 2026, using a strong first-half display and a late third goal to close out the tie. The hosts controlled the key moments and deserved their place in the next round.

Match overview

Eskisehir Anadolu started with purpose, pressing Aksarayspor’s defenders and forcing errors in the opening quarter. The home side’s width and quick combination play caused problems throughout the first half, and their two-goal cushion at the break reflected the balance of the contest. Aksarayspor improved after the interval and briefly threatened a comeback, but Eskisehir Anadolu had enough control to protect their lead before sealing the win late on.

Key moments

• 9’ – Eskisehir Anadolu open the scoring: Emre Demir arrived at the back post to convert a low cross from the left.
• 34’ – The lead doubles: A well-worked free-kick routine ended with a header from centre-back Kaan Yıldız.
• 57’ – Aksarayspor pull one back: A counter-attack finished by Serkan Aydın gave the visitors hope.
• 81’ – Eskisehir Anadolu seal it: Demir scored his second of the night, finishing a swift move through the middle.

Tactical story

Eskisehir Anadolu’s approach was built on width and quick switches of play. Their full-backs pushed high, stretching Aksarayspor’s midfield and creating space for the front three to attack the box. The hosts also looked dangerous from set pieces, and their second goal highlighted how seriously they had prepared for dead-ball situations.

Aksarayspor’s best spell came early in the second half when they increased their pressing and found space on the counter. Their goal changed the mood for a short period, but Eskisehir Anadolu responded by slowing the tempo and controlling possession. The third goal arrived just as Aksarayspor were committing more bodies forward, ending any realistic hope of a comeback.

Standout players

Emre Demir was the standout for the hosts, scoring twice and linking play effectively in the final third. Kaan Yıldız impressed at the back and contributed the second goal, while the midfield pairing kept Aksarayspor’s transitions under control. For the visitors, Serkan Aydın took his goal well and remained a threat on the break, but Aksarayspor lacked the defensive solidity to stay in the tie.

What the result means

Eskisehir Anadolu can take real encouragement from a home performance that combined attacking fluency with game management. The 3-1 win gives them momentum for the cup run and reinforces their strength at home. Aksarayspor will be disappointed to exit, but their second-half response showed character; they must now turn attention to league form and tighten up defensively after conceding three times.