Çaykur Rizespor and Trabzonspor football rivalry

Çaykur Rizespor and Trabzonspor prepared for their 50th official meeting during the 9th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig. Ahead of the match, Çaykur Rizespor manager Recep Uçar expressed a desire to use the derby to initiate a new era of positive home results, noting that errors in finishing had previously hindered the team. The Provincial Sports Security Board approved the attendance of away supporters for the event. Historical data leading into the match showed Trabzonspor holding a significant advantage in the rivalry with 30 wins compared to 9 for Çaykur Rizespor. While Trabzonspor sought to maintain momentum following a victory against Beşiktaş, Çaykur Rizespor faced challenges regarding their home form, having lost their first three home matches of the season without scoring. Trabzonspor entered the fixture seeking a fifth consecutive victory under manager Thomas Reis, despite facing significant injury challenges to key players such as Paul Onuachu and Okay Yokuşlu. In the 49th meeting at Çaykur Didi Stadium, Trabzonspor secured a dramatic 4-3 comeback victory. Çaykur Rizespor initially dominated the first half, with Gennaro Borrelli scoring in the 12th and 32nd minutes to establish a 2-0 lead. Trabzonspor responded in the second half through Melih Kabasakal and Aral Şimşir. Although Qazim Laçi leveled the score at 3-3 in the 68th minute, Franculino Djú scored in the 57th and 83rd minutes to clinch the win for the visitors. Ernest Muçi contributed three assists during the match, and Mohamed Salah featured in the starting lineup before being substituted in the 85th minute. Following the result, Trabzonspor rose to 19 points, moving them into second place in the league standings, while Çaykur Rizespor remained at 10 points in 13th place. The match concluded with Rizespor technical director Recep Uçar receiving a red card in the 90th minute.