Trabzonspor have traveled to Diyarbakır for their third-week Süper Lig match. The club departed for the city via private plane today ahead of tomorrow's fixture against Amed Sportif Faaliyetler.
According to a report by Sondakika.com, the team completed their final training session at the Mehmet Ali Yılmaz Facilities before the journey. The traveling squad included Andre Onana, Ahmet Doğan Yıldırım, Onuralp Çevikkan, Stefan Savic, Chibuike Nwaiwu, Cenk Özkacar, Samet Akaydin, Mustafa Eskihellaç, Wagner Pina, Sidny Lopes Cabral, Fabinho Tavares, Melih Kabasakal, Ozan Tufan, Metehan Mimaroğlu, Aral Şimşir, Ernest Muçi, Noah Saviolo, Muhammed Salah, Umut Nayir, and Paul Onuachu. The match will kick off at 9:30 PM at Diyarbakır Stadium, with referee Atilla Karaoğlan in charge.
Which players made the trip?
The Trabzonspor manager has taken a large squad of 20 players for the third-week league contest. Among those traveling are experienced figures like Stefan Savic and Ozan Tufan, alongside new faces who joined the club in the summer transfer window. This extensive list indicates the coaching staff's desire to select the best starting eleven based on final assessments before the game. Detailed statistics for all squad members are available on our squad page.
What is the significance of this match?
This encounter represents one of Trabzonspor's first away matches of the season. Following their performance in the opening two weeks, it presents a key opportunity to secure a solid position in the league table. Opponents Amed Sportif Faaliyetler are preparing for a tough battle at home as they aim to maintain their presence in the top flight. The current Süper Lig standings page tracks all teams' points.
How has Trabzonspor started the season?
Trabzonspor have had a mixed start to the 2026-2027 Süper Lig campaign. After the result of the first week, the team needs to maintain high morale following the derby match played in the second week. This year's squad has been strengthened with significant transfers compared to last season. Investments particularly in the midfield and defensive areas are leading to expectations of a more consistent performance throughout the season. The team's detailed performance data is available on the stats page.
How was travel and preparation planned?
The club management organized the long-distance trip to Diyarbakır by chartering a private plane. This move was made to minimize travel fatigue for the players and ensure they complete their pre-match preparations in the best possible condition. After settling into their accommodation in Diyarbakır, the team will conduct final tactical drills. Such logistical details have become an indispensable part of modern football.
Trabzonspor's next official match will be played at home in the fourth week of the Süper Lig.
