Trabzonspor complete comeback against Rizespor as Mohamed Salah features

Trabzonspor came from two goals down to beat Rizespor 4-3 in a thrilling Turkish league match at Caykur Didi Stadium on Monday, with Mohamed Salah involved for the winners.

Rizespor made the stronger start and took control inside the opening half-hour through Gennaro Borrelli, who scored in the 12th and 32nd minutes to give the home side a 2-0 lead.

Trabzonspor responded shortly after half-time when Melih Kabasakal reduced the deficit in the 49th minute, giving Salah’s team-mates renewed momentum.

Aral Simsir completed the comeback three minutes later, levelling the score at 2-2 in the 51st minute. Franculino Dju then put Trabzonspor ahead for the first time in the 58th minute.

The lead did not last, as Kazım Laci brought Rizespor level again with a goal in the 68th minute.

However, Franculino Dju scored his second goal of the match seven minutes before the end of normal time to restore Trabzonspor’s advantage and secure a 4-3 victory.

The result lifted Trabzonspor into second place in the Turkish league table on 19 points after eight matches. Rizespor remain 13th with 10 points.