13.04.2026 14:00
Before the Galatasaray derby, Tedesco decided not to take a risk with Skriniar, resting the star defender in the cup and shaping all his plans according to the critical match.
Fenerbahçe's head coach Domenico Tedesco made a critical decision in his squad planning ahead of the Galatasaray derby. While the yellow-navy team is focused on the Rizespor match, it has become clear that the main target is the derby.
THE TITLE RACE HEATS UP
With Galatasaray dropping points against Kocaelispor, Fenerbahçe has reduced the gap to the top to 2 points. The yellow-navy team, which will host Çaykur Rizespor this week, is shaping all its plans according to the derby to be played the following week.
ÇAĞLAR SÖYÜNCÜ RETURNS TO THE STARTING XI
With the absence of Oosterwolde, who is suspended due to a yellow card, changes in defense have been confirmed for the Rizespor match. Tedesco is expected to start Çağlar Söyüncü in the starting eleven for this match.
WAITING DECISION FOR SKRINIAR
The situation of Milan Skriniar, who did not play in the second half of the Kayserispor match, remains unclear. While active rest is being applied for the experienced defender, it has been learned that Tedesco does not want to risk his player before the derby.
3 ALTERNATIVES ON THE TABLE
If Skriniar is unable to play in the Rizespor match, alternatives in defense are also ready. It is expected that one of Yiğit Efe, Guendouzi, or Mert Müldür will take the field alongside Çağlar Söyüncü.
WILL BE RESTED IN THE CUP
According to a report in Türkiye Gazetesi, even if Skriniar plays against Rizespor, he will not be played in the cup match against Konyaspor. The coaching staff plans to have the star defender ready in the best condition for the Galatasaray derby.
FULL SQUAD TARGET FOR THE DERBY
Efforts are ongoing to ensure that İsmail Yüksek and Marco Asensio, who are currently injured, are fit for the critical derby. The Fenerbahçe side aims to enter the most important match of the season without any missing players.