24.05.2026 21:40
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk congratulated Acun Ilıcalı, the owner of Premier League promoted Hull City, on his successes. This situation drew the reaction of Galatasaray fans.
Hull City became the last team to be promoted to the Premier League after a breath-taking Championship play-off final.
PREMIER LEAGUE TICKET WITH A 90+5' GOAL
The English club, owned by Acun Ilıcalı, secured a 1-0 victory against Middlesbrough with a goal from McBurnie in the 90+5th minute, earning their place in the Premier League.
OKAN BURUK'S RESPONSE TO ACUN ILICALI
Following Hull City's historic achievement of securing a Premier League spot, one of the first to congratulate Ilıcalı was Okan Buruk, the successful manager who clinched the championship with Galatasaray. Buruk called Acun Ilıcalı via FaceTime, congratulating him and the club on their great pride in England, and wished them continued success.
GALATASARAY FANS' REACTION
Okan Buruk's conversation with Acun Ilıcalı quickly sparked a major backlash on social media. The yellow-red fans criticized Buruk for entering into close dialogue with Ilıcalı, highlighting the events that occurred between Fenerbahçe Club and themselves during the 2024-2025 season.