29.08.2025 06:36
Beşiktaş's head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made statements following their elimination from the UEFA Conference League. Responding to questions about his resignation, Solskjaer said, "Of course, the club can do what it thinks is right for the club. This is already normal. I work every day to make the team stronger. I have never given up in my life. I fight harder in difficulties."
Beşiktaş was eliminated from Europe after losing 1-0 to Lausanne in the UEFA Conference League playoff round. Beşiktaş's head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made statements after the match.
"IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE RED CARD"
Evaluating the match, Solskjaer said, "I am disappointed. I am disappointed because we couldn't reflect what we worked on onto the field from the goal we conceded. Regarding the referee... It has nothing to do with the red card! Playing with 10 men is also difficult." he stated.
RESPONSE TO RESIGNATION REACTIONS
Speaking about the reactions to resignation, Solskjaer said, "Of course, criticism is normal when you don't get results. My only focus is to work for the team to be better. Of course, we are disappointed that we are not in Europe. I work and strive for this club every day." he expressed.
"I NEVER GAVE UP"
In response to the question, "Is there a thought of resignation, is there a concern about being dismissed?" the Norwegian coach said, "Of course, the club can do what it thinks is right for the club. This is already normal. I work every day to make the team stronger. I have never given up in my life. I fight more in difficulties. I saw that my players were also ready to fight a lot today. What we need to do is change this situation with the result we will get on Sunday." he stated.
"I AM RESPONSIBLE"
Finally, Solskjaer said, "I am responsible, I am the one to be blamed. I take this blame. We did not deserve to advance in the Shakhtar matches. We are also creating disappointment in the Lausanne round. It is normal for coaches to be responsible." he commented.