Fenerbahçe successfully defeated Hatayspor with a score of 2-1 in the 18th round of the Turkish Super League.
This victory was absolutely crucial for Fenerbahçe, especially given the current tense situation in the league.
Despite Hatayspor being mired in the relegation zone, Mourinho's team did not let their guard down.
Ultimately, En-Nesyri scored twice to save the day, helping Fenerbahçe secure these valuable three points.
En-Nesyri's performance in this match was truly impressive.
With a transfer fee close to 20 million euros, he had only managed to score one goal in his first 11 league matches after joining Fenerbahçe.
This statistic was clearly disappointing and led the team and fans to question the value of this signing.
However, En-Nesyri has now shattered external doubts with his brace, proving himself.
It can be said that his contribution in this game, aside from helping the team secure all three points, also greatly stabilized Mourinho's position.
This victory is not only significant for Fenerbahçe but also had an important impact on the leaderboard.
Currently, Fenerbahçe has accumulated 39 points and remains firmly in second place in the league, with an 8-point gap from the top team, Galatasaray.
Although the gap with Galatasaray is still considerable, if Fenerbahçe can maintain their recent form, especially by strengthening the squad through winter transfers, they definitely have a chance to catch up.
The Turkish Super League consists of a total of 38 rounds, and an 8-point gap is not an insurmountable chasm.
Overall, Mourinho's first year in the Turkish Super League has been challenging, particularly with Galatasaray's strong lineup, but he has maintained the team's competitiveness.
While the title race is not easy, "Mourinho's second year" is when he is expected to lead the team to a breakthrough.
For Mourinho, as the season progresses, the team's cohesion and tactics will gradually mature, and there is still hope for winning the championship.
Regarding the possibilities of the winter transfer window, Fenerbahçe is currently very cautious.
Although media reports suggest that Riyadh Victory has offered 30 million euros for En-Nesyri, Fenerbahçe wants 40 million euros to let him go.
For Fenerbahçe, despite Galatasaray's already formidable lineup, rashly letting go of En-Nesyri could make the team's future less clear.
This talented forward's performance in this match sufficiently demonstrates his worth.
In fact, although En-Nesyri's previous performance in the team did not meet expectations, his transfer fee of 19.5 million euros indicates that he possesses great potential.
Recalling last season, his performance at Sevilla was remarkable, scoring 20 goals and providing 3 assists, proving his killer instinct in La Liga.
Now, although the adaptation period has been slightly longer, Mourinho has not given up on this player's future, as a rejuvenated En-Nesyri can bring significant help to the team.
Regardless of external speculation, the final decision lies with Fenerbahçe's management and Mourinho.
If Fenerbahçe wants to challenge Galatasaray's dominance, they obviously need to maintain the integrity of the current squad while increasing investment in transfers during the winter window.
In Fenerbahçe's lineup, besides En-Nesyri, the performances of other players are equally critical. Mourinho must continue to develop the most suitable tactical system to allow each player to maximize their potential.
Speaking of this, Fenerbahçe's unbeaten record in three rounds also shows that the team is gradually regaining its form.
In the early stages of Mourinho's tenure, the team's performance was inconsistent, and tactical integration progressed slowly. However, as the season progressed, the players gradually adapted to Mourinho's tactical system, and the team's overall performance significantly improved.
This 2-1 victory over Hatayspor not only earned Fenerbahçe valuable points but also further solidified their confidence in the title race.
Although Fenerbahçe still has a gap from Galatasaray, as long as they maintain stable play and make moves in the winter window, they still have a chance to catch up.
En-Nesyri's brace in this match reignited hope in everyone, and the future of Mourinho and the team looks even more promising.
As long as the team continues to progress, the upcoming league title race will undoubtedly be full of suspense.