13.03.2026 01:02
Samsunspor lost 3-1 at home to Spain's Rayo Vallecano in the first leg of the UEFA Conference League Round of 16. Before the match, the chants performed together by the fans of both teams in the streets of Samsun drew attention. Turkish fans chanted slogans in favor of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, while Spanish fans responded with chants of 'Atatürk'. These enthusiastic chants received great appreciation on social media.
Samsunspor lost 3-1 at home to Spanish representative Rayo Vallecano in the first match of the UEFA Conference League Round of 16.
THE FANS OF BOTH TEAMS MADE AN IMPACT ON THE MATCH
The challenging match was marked by the chants of both teams' fans, who gathered together on the streets of Samsun before the game. The streets of Samsun witnessed an unforgettable atmosphere rarely seen. Turkish fans chanted slogans in favor of the anti-war Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
THE SPANIARDS RESPONDED WITH 'ATATÜRK'
In response to this gesture from the Spanish fans, chants of 'Atatürk' were heard. The Spaniards supporting Rayo Vallecano chanted 'Atatürk' repeatedly. Then, the fans of both teams began to chant in unison, "Pedro Sanchez, Atatürk." These enthusiastic chants quickly drew attention on social media and received great acclaim.
THEY TOOK PHOTOS IN FRONT OF THE ATATÜRK STATUE
Meanwhile, Spanish fans who came to Samsun to watch the match took commemorative photos in front of the Atatürk statue.