12.01.2026 13:10
Fenerbahçe's new signing Matteo Guendouzi made his debut in the Super Cup final and was named 'man of the match'. It was reported that when head coach Domenico Tedesco asked, 'How many minutes can you play?', Guendouzi replied, '90 minutes'. Following this response, Tedesco included Guendouzi in the starting eleven for the derby. Guendouzi justified this decision by scoring a goal and winning the cup in his first match.
Matteo Guendouzi, who joined Fenerbahçe from Lazio, scored a goal and celebrated the Super Cup in his first match wearing the yellow-navy blue jersey. It was noted that the French midfielder was named "man of the match" in the final.
SPECIAL MEETING WITH TEDESCO BEFORE THE DERBY
According to a report in Sabah, Guendouzi had a special meeting with head coach Domenico Tedesco before the derby. The report stated that there was curiosity about the French player's condition due to the intense transfer process and the match he played recently.
ONE QUESTION, CLEAR ANSWER: 90 MINUTES
Allegedly, Tedesco asked Guendouzi, "How many minutes can you play?" The French star's answer was clear in two words: "90 minutes."
DECISION ON THE STARTING XI CAME IN SECONDS
The report stated that after this response, Tedesco immediately included the 26-year-old player in the starting eleven for the derby without hesitation. It was emphasized that Guendouzi did not disappoint this trust with his performance on the field.