Solskjaer Leads Besiktas Past Mourinho's Fenerbahce 1-0

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, now managing Besiktas, responded humorously to a subtle post-match jab from Jose Mourinho after Besiktas defeated Mourinho's Fenerbahce 1-0 in Istanbul, despite Fenerbahce dominating possession and chances. Mourinho remarked that Fenerbahce would win eight out of ten games against Besiktas, to which Solskjaer quipped, "Well then, looks like they’ll be winning the next 8." The match marked a notable moment as Gedson Fernandes, who had a brief and unremarkable stint on loan under Mourinho at Tottenham, scored the decisive goal. The victory was significant for Solskjaer, making him the first foreign coach since 2003 to lead Besiktas to an away win at Fenerbahce, and further diminishing Fenerbahce's hopes for the league title. Both managers, who share a history at Manchester United, expressed mutual respect after the match, acknowledging their experience and the competitive nature of their renewed rivalry. The game also rekindled memories of their previous feud during their time in the Premier League, though Solskjaer downplayed any lingering animosity.