Istanbul witnessed a thrilling clash as Besiktas secured a 2-1 victory against Malmö, thanks to late goals from Ernest Muçi and Semih Kiliçsoy. This win marks Besiktas’s second consecutive triumph in the Europa League, showcasing their resilience and fighting spirit.

In the 76th minute, Muçi found the back of the net with a precise side-foot finish after receiving a well-placed cross from Jonas Svensson, giving Besiktas the lead they were desperate for. Just nine minutes later, Kiliçsoy added to their tally, striking a low shot from the edge of the penalty area that left the Malmö goalkeeper with no chance.

Despite the late surge from Besiktas, Malmö managed to claw back a goal in stoppage time, with substitute Soren Rieks finding the net. This late effort, however, was not enough to alter the outcome of the match.

Previously, Besiktas pulled off a commendable 1-0 victory against Lyon on their travels, which bolstered their confidence heading into this match. Currently, Besiktas stands at six points from four Europa League matches, while Malmö is left with just three points.

As the Europa League continues, attention turns to the remaining fixtures in the fourth round scheduled for Thursday, where Manchester United will aim to secure their first win of the campaign against PAOK at their home ground, Old Trafford.