01.12.2025 15:41
Before the derby to be played this evening between Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray in the 14th week of the Süper Lig, it has been revealed that Galatasaray won 4 out of the 5 derbies played on December 1st. This situation has led to comments about a 'December 1st nightmare' for Fenerbahçe. The overall record of the Fenerbahçe-Galatasaray derbies played on December 1st indicates a clear superiority for Galatasaray.
In the week where the race for the top in the Super League is intensifying, Fenerbahçe will host their eternal rival Galatasaray in Kadıköy. While the yellow-reds, sitting in the leadership seat with 32 points, aim to increase the gap to 4, Fenerbahçe is targeting to defeat their opponent, who is only 1 point behind.
GALATASARAY'S DOMINANCE IN DECEMBER DERBIES
Before the match scheduled for December 1st, a striking statistic has come to the fore. Galatasaray has won 4 out of the 5 derbies played on December 1st, while the other match ended in a goalless draw. This record has led to comments about "the December 1st nightmare" for Fenerbahçe.
DECEMBER 1ST DERBIES IN HISTORY
The results of the Fenerbahçe–Galatasaray matches played on December 1st are as follows:
- 1946: Fenerbahçe 0-1 Galatasaray
- 1956: Galatasaray 3-2 Fenerbahçe
- 1963: Galatasaray 0-0 Fenerbahçe
- 1966: Fenerbahçe 0-1 Galatasaray
- 1990: Fenerbahçe 1-2 Galatasaray
The overall table of these matches indicates a clear dominance of Galatasaray.