Antalyaspor Leaves Süper Lig for Sixth Time
Trendyol Süper Lig team Hesap.com Antalyaspor has left the Süper Lig for the sixth time in their history despite defeating Kocaelispor 1-0 in their final match of the season. The team finished the season in 16th place with 32 points.
Throughout the season, Antalyaspor played 34 matches, winning 8, drawing 8, and losing 18. At home, they scored 5 wins and 4 draws to accumulate 19 points, while away they achieved 3 wins and 4 draws for a total of 13 points.
The team experienced a turbulent season, working with three technical directors: Emre Belözoğlu, Erol Bulut, and Sami Uğurlu. The club first rose to the Süper Lig in the 1981-82 season and has competed in the league for a total of 30 seasons, despite six relegations.
In 2015, Antalyaspor advanced to the Süper Lig after defeating Samsunspor in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw in extra time. Their best-ever finish in the Süper Lig was fifth place. Their most notable wins and losses include a 7-0 victory over Trabzonspor and a 6-0 loss to both Beşiktaş and Gençlerbirliği.
The team's most goal-filled match was a 7-3 loss to Eskişehirspor.
Another relegation for Antalyaspor, it's heartbreaking to see such a historic club go down again. Will they be able to bounce back next season or is this the start of a long decline? Let me know your thoughts!