“We are the League Leaders” – İsmail Kartal’s Latest Statement
Fenerbahçe defeats Beşiktaş 3-1 in Trendyol Super League Derby
In the 15th week of the Trendyol Super League, Fenerbahçe emerged victorious against Beşiktaş with a 3-1 win in a highly anticipated derby match. Following the game, Yellow-dark blue team coach İsmail Kartal shared his thoughts on the team’s performance.
“We Dominated the Game from Start to End”
Coach İsmail Kartal expressed his congratulations to his players and fans for their hard-earned victory. He highlighted the team’s strong performance, stating, “This is the football we always wanted to play. We worked, we talked and dominated the game from start to finish. I am very happy that we deservedly got 3 points with a good game.”
“We Are the Leader of This League”
Kartal emphasized the team’s consistency and success in the league, stating, “There is a clear football that we have been playing since the beginning of the season. We are the leader of this league. We are very happy. We work every week to improve our game, our positive football. Together with our players, we focus on getting better every week.”
“Djiku Said He Will Play for 60 Minutes Before the Match”
Regarding the team’s lineup and strategy, Kartal explained, “We talked to Djiku before the match, he said, ‘Coach, I will play for 60 minutes.’ We planned it for 60-70 minutes. He said there was tightness in my back muscles, so we removed him immediately. His replacements also played well. There are still those who will return to us. To be better, we will work hard and do our best until the end of the season.”
“My Players Are Off Tomorrow”
After the win, Kartal mentioned that his players requested a day off, which he granted as a sign of recognition for their hard work. However, he stressed that the team will continue to focus on training and preparation for upcoming matches.
“We Are Here, We Control Everything”
Kartal acknowledged the impact of the fans on the team’s success, stating, “Our fans are making a difference this year. We respond and react to the difference they create. This unity, the stands, the players, the energy will lead us to a happy ending.”
The victory against Beşiktaş is a significant milestone for Fenerbahçe in the Trendyol Super League, and the team is looking forward to maintaining its strong performance in the upcoming matches.
