Galatasaray suffered a 1-0 defeat against Kasımpaşa in the final match of the 2025/26 season of the Trendyol Süper Lig. Following the match, sports writers provided insights into the performance and struggles of the red and yellow side.

"HAPPY ENDING"

Ebru Kılıçoğlu: With the league's standings clear, the question is about the final positions. In the Kasımpaşa-Galatasaray match, despite Galatasaray having more possession, the eager Kasımpaşa was closer to scoring. The match featured Galatasaray's reserves, with Lang, Sane, and Eren leading the charge. Kasımpaşa secured the win with a goal by Benedyczak in the 27th minute. The match showed Galatasaray's efforts but no goals, with Günay disappointing the team again. Kasımpaşa secured their league survival, leaving the fans and players celebrating.

"GALATASARAY WANTED BUT DIDN'T SUCCEED!"

Güntekin Onay: Kasımpaşa, needing at least one point to stay in the league, put up a strong fight and secured the win. Benedyczak, the second-half transfer who scored 10 goals in 14 matches, was the hero. Galatasaray must reflect on the match to see who fits in the first 11 and who doesn't. Additionally, they should consider a significant pay cut for Mauro Icardi if he stays.

"CARPET MATCH"

Levent Tüzemen: After the championship night at RAMS Park, the match against Kasımpaşa felt like a chore for Galatasaray players. Okan Buruk fielded players like Icardi, Sane, and Eren, who showed control but played with a relaxed, open style. The team appeared mentally detached from the match.

"4 BACK, 7 FORWARD"

Bülent Timurlenk: Comparing Cruyff and Derwall's success stories, Timurlenk highlighted the impact of key players like Guardiola and Buruk on their teams. Okan Buruk, who led Galatasaray to four league titles under Fatih Terim, was in the spotlight again as the match unfolded.

"EMOTIONAL FINALE"

Serkan Akcan: The club, especially President Dursun Özbek, has been overly emotional about Icardi, who transformed Galatasaray into a league winner and a phenomenon. Even if Icardi accepts a pay cut, Galatasaray needs a forward to compete in the Champions League alongside Osimhen.