Fenerbahce win Turkish classic to retain lead

Fenerbahce extended their lead in the Turkish Super Lig, with a 3-1 victory over arch rivals Galatasaray on Sunday.

Fans at Istanbul’s Sükrü Saracoglu stadium first celebrated after 13 minutes, when Alex gave the home side a 1-0 lead. Eight minutes after the break, the Brazilian made it 2-0 from the penalty spot.

Hakan Balta pulled one back to give Galatasaray new hope in the 57th minute, but Spanish striker Daniel Guiza had the final say, 3-1 in minute 90.

Galatasaray hadn’t won an away match at Fenerbahce since 1999, a streak that won’t be ended this season.

Fenerbahce remain in first place, five points ahead of Bursaspor and Galatasaray. Bursaspor convincingly beat Istanbul 6-0 on Saturday.