Trabzonspor advanced to the semi-finals of the Turkish Cup after defeating Samsunspor 3-1 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw in regulation time. Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu started the match and successfully converted his penalty during the shootout. His Nigerian teammate Anthony Nwakaeme, who came on in the second half, also scored from the spot to help secure Trabzonspor's passage. The victory sets up a semi-final clash with Genclebirligi, scheduled for May 2026. The other semi-final will see Wilfred Ndidi's Besiktas take on Konyaspor, also in May 2026. Trabzonspor have won the Turkish Cup nine times, most recently in 2020.
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