Athena Gökhan's controversial comment on Galatasaray's profane chant: It's an honor for me

Athena Gökhan's controversial comment on Galatasaray's profane chant: It's an honor for me

01.05.2026 17:12

Gökhan Özoğuz, the lead vocalist of the Athena group, made striking statements about the Galatasaray–Fenerbahçe derby and fan culture in a program he attended. The famous artist, who also evaluated the chants directed at him, stated that he was not disturbed by this situation and said, 'It is an honor for me.'

Gökhan Özoğuz, the lead vocalist of the band Athena, made striking statements about the Galatasaray–Fenerbahçe derby and stadium culture during a program he attended.

EMPHASIS ON THE STADIUM ATMOSPHERE

Speaking on Fatih Altaylı's program, Özoğuz touched on the chants in the stands, saying, "Without these, there is no fun in football." He emphasized that the songs created by fans of different teams are an integral part of football.

“AN HONOR FOR ME”

The famous artist also commented on the chants directed at him, stating that he is not uncomfortable with it, saying, "It is an honor for me."

FOOTBALL IS A PASSION

Özoğuz, known for his Fenerbahçe identity, expressed that football is not just about watching matches, noting, "Someone who has never gone to an away derby in their life has not fully experienced football."

PRAISE FOR GALATASARAY

Özoğuz also evaluated Galatasaray's game, stating that the yellow-red team plays good football. Meanwhile, he emphasized that violence in football is unacceptable.

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