Oman delivered a standout performance against Turkey, who finished top of their group, in an exciting EuroCup Last 16 Match, securing a 2-0 victory to advance to the quarter-finals. The match, which saw Oman’s S. Alshahri shine with a quickfire double, left Turkey stunned and out of the tournament.
From the outset, Oman displayed their intent to take control of the game, pressing high up the pitch and unsettling the Turkish defense with their swift passing and attacking flair. It didn’t take long for their efforts to bear fruit as S. Alshahri struck twice in quick succession, finding the back of the net in the 7th and 10th minute with clinical finishes. Turkey felt hard done by with the first goal, believing the corner that led to the goal should not have been awarded. Depisite this, an alert Oman quickly took the corner and A.Alshahri slotted home to make it 1-0.
Turkey, caught off guard by Oman’s early onslaught, struggled to find their rhythm and mount a comeback. Despite their best efforts to claw their way back into the game, they were unable to break down Oman’s resilient defense, leaving their hopes of advancing to the quarter-finals dashed.
As the final whistle blew, Oman celebrated a well-deserved victory, marking their entry into the next stage of the tournament with jubilation. Meanwhile, Turkey was left to rue missed opportunities as they bowed out of the EuroCup.
Oman’s impressive performance serves as a reminder of their potential to cause upsets in the tournament, while Turkey will need to regroup and reflect on their campaign. With the quarter-finals on the horizon, fans can expect more thrilling encounters and unpredictable results as the EuroCup continues to unfold.