Overview
- Sané scored at 45+3 and 61 minutes to decide the away derby after Eldor Shomurodov had leveled for Başakşehir in the 59th minute.
- The double was his first brace since August 18, 2023, ending a weeks-long scoring drought since his move from Bayern.
- The result keeps the defending champions top of the Süper Lig with 25 points from nine matches, ahead of Trabzonspor.
- Turkish outlets praised the display as a statement for national-team consideration, echoing Ilkay Gündogan’s public backing for Sané’s inclusion in Germany’s 2026 World Cup squad.
- Coach Okan Buruk lauded Sané’s preparation and training after recent benchings, with a Champions League test against Bodø/Glimt up next.