Match report
Beşiktaş Stuns Athletic Club with 4-1 Victory in Europa League
Beşiktaş
4–1
FT
Athletic Club
Jan 22, 2025
Beşiktaş delivered a stunning performance to defeat Athletic Club 4-1 in their UEFA Europa League clash, with two goals each coming from Mustafi Rashica and Rafa Silva, sealing the win. The match saw Beşiktaş maintain control throughout, capitalizing on early momentum and critical turning points.
Key Facts
- • Beşiktaş 4–1 Athletic Club in UEFA Europa League
- • M. Rashica scored twice at the 17th and 60th minutes, both assisted by Rafa Silva
- • Rafa Silva also netted a goal at the 77th minute
- • Athletic Club's only goal came from U. Gomez at the 45th minute
- • João Mário scored a penalty in injury time (90+2)
Lineups
Beşiktaş
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 34 M. Günok (G)
- 2 J. Svensson (D)
- 53 E. Topçu (D)
- 14 F. Uduokhai (D)
- 26 A. Masuaku (D)
- 83 Gedson Fernandes (M)
- 6 Al Musrati (M)
- 7 M. Rashica (M)
- 27 Rafa (M)
- 23 E. Muçi (M)
- 17 C. Immobile (F)
Substitutes
- 9 S. Kılıçsoy
- 22 B. Zaynutdinov
- 18 João Mário
- 73 C. Ndour
- 4 O. Bulut
- 30 E. Destanoğlu
- 44 F. Ay
- 94 G. Baytekin
- 8 S. Uçan
- 71 J. Onana
- 91 M. Hekimoğlu
- 77 C. Keleş
Athletic Club
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 13 Julen Agirrezabala (G)
- 18 De Marcos (D)
- 14 Unai Núñez (D)
- 4 Aitor Paredes (D)
- 17 Yuri (D)
- 24 Beñat Prados (M)
- 23 Mikel Jauregizar (M)
- 7 Álex Berenguer (M)
- 20 Unai Gómez (M)
- 10 Nico Williams (M)
- 12 Gorka Guruzeta (F)
Substitutes
- 16 Ruíz de Galarreta
- 9 I. Williams
- 6 Mikel Vesga
- 11 Álvaro Djaló
- 22 Nico Serrano
- 3 Dani Vivian
- 28 Peio Canales
- 15 Lekue
- 2 Andoni Gorosabel
- 19 Javi Martón
- 5 Yeray
- 1 Unai Simón
Timeline
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17' Beşiktaş Goal · Normal GoalM. Rashica · Assist: Rafa Silva
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37' Beşiktaş Card · Yellow CardC. Immobile
Argument
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45'+1 Beşiktaş Card · Yellow CardA. Masuaku
Argument
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45' Athletic Club Goal · Normal GoalU. Gomez · Assist: B. Prados Diaz
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60' Beşiktaş Goal · Normal GoalM. Rashica · Assist: Rafa Silva
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61' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 1Off: B. Prados Diaz · On: I. Ruiz de Galarreta
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61' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 2Off: Nico Williams · On: I. Williams
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66' Beşiktaş Card · Yellow CardM. Rashica
Foul
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68' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 3Off: I. Ruiz de Galarreta · On: M. Vesga
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69' Beşiktaş subst · Substitution 1Off: C. Immobile · On: S. Kilicsoy
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69' Beşiktaş subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Masuaku · On: B. Zaynutdinov
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77' Beşiktaş Goal · Normal GoalRafa Silva
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79' Beşiktaş subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Rashica · On: João Mário
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79' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Berenguer · On: Álvaro Djaló
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79' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 5Off: U. Gomez · On: N. Serrano
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87' Beşiktaş subst · Substitution 4Off: Rafa Silva · On: C. Ndour
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87' Beşiktaş subst · Substitution 5Off: E. Muçi · On: O. Bulut
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90'+2 Beşiktaş Goal · PenaltyJoão Mário
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90' Beşiktaş Var · Penalty confirmedS. Kilicsoy
Match Stats
| Stat | Beşiktaş | Athletic Club |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 82% |
| Offsides | 3 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 11 | 10 |
| Corners | 4 | 1 |
| Total Passes | 428 | 471 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 0 |
| Blocked Shots | 0 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 4 |
| xG | 2.80 | 1.04 |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 6 |
| Possession | 47% | 53% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 353 | 387 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 7 |
| Saves | 3 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Beşiktaş took an early lead with Rashica's goal, setting the tone of dominance from the 17th minute onwards
- ▸ The second half saw Beşiktaş capitalize on their momentum, scoring twice in quick succession (60th and 77th minutes), effectively securing a comfortable victory