27.04.2026 13:45
Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk spoke before the Fenerbahçe derby. Commenting on the match, the experienced manager said, 'There may be provocations during the game. The opposing team has many players prone to provocation. We need to stay closed to that. We must focus on the match. We need to trust the referee and those in VAR.'
Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk made statements ahead of the Fenerbahçe derby to be played in the 31st week of the Süper Lig.
''IF WE WIN, WE GAIN THE ADVANTAGE''
Referring to the championship race, Okan Buruk said, "There is a championship race among three teams. Fenerbahçe is our closest rival, Trabzonspor is 6 points behind us. If we win, we don't become champions today, but we gain the advantage."
''A NIGHT WHERE FOOTBALL BEAUTIFIES''
Commenting on the match, Okan Buruk stated, "Every team wants to win. We are focused on winning. A 4-point lead is important. Entering the last 3 weeks with a 4-point lead is significant. We are ready. We are starting with a good 11. Those waiting are prepared. The fans have filled the stadium. Our only wish is to win." He added, "Let it be a night where there is no fighting in the game, the play doesn't stop, and football beautifies. Looking at both teams' squads, there are offensive choices. Gabriel Sara has had a wrist problem since returning from the national team. He couldn't train with us this week. He took very little part yesterday. He is in the squad as a player we can use very sparingly. Asprilla is injured. We are on the field to win, we will do everything."
''THERE COULD BE PROVOCATION''
Continuing his remarks, Okan Buruk said, "There could be provocation during the game. There are many players open to provocation on the opposing team. We need to be closed to that. We must focus on the match. We need to trust the referee and those in VAR."