İsmail Kartal praises players for executing instructions perfectly – Last Minute Sports News
Fenerbahçe Coach İsmail Kartal Reflects on Beşiktaş Derby
After the intense Beşiktaş derby, Fenerbahçe Coach İsmail Kartal took the time to share his thoughts and reflections on the match.
Kartal expressed his satisfaction with his team’s performance, stating, “We started today’s match with the intention to win, and we were well prepared. The players executed the game plan perfectly, and we had a very strong start. We played with great pace, enthusiasm, and energy.”
During halftime, Kartal urged his players to not settle for a 1-0 lead, pushing them to find the 2nd and 3rd goals to secure the victory.
When asked about the lineup decision to start Batshuayi, Kartal explained, “Everyone in the team respects each other, and Batshuayi had been performing well in training. We believed he would be the better choice for this match.”
Regarding the uncertainty surrounding İsmail Yüksek’s health status, Kartal commented, “There is still no clarity on his condition, but we will assess it further tomorrow.”
Overall, Kartal seemed pleased with his team’s performance and remains optimistic for the upcoming matches. Fenerbahçe fans can look forward to more strong performances under his leadership.
