Trabzonspor’s Seven-Match Winning Streak Ends Against Freiburg
Trabzonspor’s unbeaten run under manager Thomas Reis halted at Papara Park on November 5, 2026, as the club suffered a 1-0 defeat to German side Freiburg. The result marks the first time the Turkish side has failed to score under Reis’s leadership, ending a streak that included five Süper Lig victories and two previous UEFA Conference League wins, according to Haber 7.
The match, which served as the third week of the UEFA Conference League, saw both teams move to six points in the standings. Trabzonspor, which previously defeated Kuopion and Hearts, now prepares for an away fixture against CSKA Sofia in the fourth week of the tournament.
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Lukas Kübler Secures Freiburg Victory in 14th Minute
The deciding moment arrived early in the first half. In the 14th minute, Grifo delivered a corner kick that found Matanovic. While Trabzonspor goalkeeper Onana managed to parry the initial header, Lukas Kübler was positioned to tap the rebound into the net.
Trabzonspor struggled to find a response throughout the remainder of the match. While Mohamed Salah and Onuachu generated chances, including a 60th-minute opportunity where Onuachu headed the ball down for Salah, Freiburg goalkeeper Backhaus made saves. Trabzonspor attempted to equalize late, with a 90+2 minute effort from Salah saved by Backhaus, but the defense held firm.
Thomas Reis Reflects on Tactical Struggles
Manager Thomas Reis acknowledged the difficulty of the performance, noting that his side struggled during the opening 20 minutes. "We made very simple ball losses and couldn’t win the duels," Reis stated on the official Trabzonspor website. He characterized the loss as a unique situation for his tenure, as it was his first defeat since taking charge.
Reis observed a shift in his team’s mentality during the second half, where he felt they fought for one another and created enough opportunities to warrant at least a draw. Despite the lack of goals, Reis highlighted that Freiburg did not generate significant scoring chances after the break, leaving the manager focused on shifting the team’s concentration toward the upcoming Sunday match.
Questions Regarding Upcoming European Fixtures
How does the loss affect Trabzonspor’s standing in the UEFA Conference League? Both Trabzonspor and Freiburg currently hold six points after three matchdays. The loss leaves Trabzonspor with 6 points in the group, and they will face CSKA Sofia in their upcoming away match in the tournament.
What was the status of the team’s goal-scoring record prior to this match?
Before the 1-0 defeat to Freiburg, the team had scored 15 goals across five Süper Lig matches and six goals in their first two UEFA Conference League games, according to Haber 7. This match was the first instance under Thomas Reis where the team failed to record a goal.
Who were the key players involved in the defensive efforts for both sides?
Trabzonspor relied on a backline including Cenk Özkacar and Mustafa Eskihellaç, while goalkeeper Onana made several saves, including the initial stop on the play that led to the goal. For Freiburg, the defensive unit led by Ginter and goalkeeper Backhaus successfully neutralized Trabzonspor’s final attempts, including a late-game effort by Mohamed Salah.
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