23.08.2026 08:30
In the match where Fenerbahce defeated Konyaspor 4-2, Marco Asensio, who scored a goal, was substituted off in the 68th minute. While the Spanish star was shaking hands with Ismail Kartal on the sideline, it was noteworthy that he headed to the bench without responding to the experienced coach's attempt to hug him.
Marco Asensio, who scored one of the goals in Fenerbahce's 4-2 victory over Konyaspor, stood out with his performance. The brief moment the Spanish star shared with Head Coach Ismail Kartal as he was substituted off was one of the notable images after the match.
GREENWOOD AND ASENSIO SHINE
In the second week of the Trendyol Super League, Fenerbahce hosted Konyaspor at home. The yellow-navy blues won the match 4-2 with goals from Vedat Muriqi, two goals from Mason Greenwood, and a goal from Marco Asensio. Konyaspor's goals came from Colley and Deniz Turuc. Asensio, who got a starting spot in the absence of Talisca, played a significant role in the victory, especially with his effective attacking play. The Spanish footballer was one of the highest-rated players on his team in global football rating apps, behind Greenwood, who scored two goals.
NOTICEABLE MOMENT WHILE LEAVING THE PITCH
Asensio, who has been the subject of discussions with Ismail Kartal since the start of the season regarding his "form situation," was replaced by Oguz Aydin in the 68th minute of the match.
When the Spanish star came to the sideline, he shook hands with Ismail Kartal. The footage showed Kartal moving in to hug his player, while Asensio headed straight to the bench after the handshake.
This brief few-second moment between the duo was among the notable images after the match.
KARTAL: WE MADE EYE CONTACT
Meanwhile, in his post-match statement about Asensio, Ismail Kartal said, "Asensio and I made eye contact. He signaled to me that he had a small problem. We took him off because of the injury risk. The medical team examined him. Our medical team will make a statement based on tomorrow's MRI results."