02.05.2026 16:02
Okan Buruk warned his players against complacency ahead of the Samsunspor match and demanded that the derby seriousness be maintained. The successful coach reportedly said, 'We are not champions yet! I want the same seriousness from the Fenerbahçe derby in the Samsunspor match. Let's win and return as champions.'
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk warned his players not to become complacent ahead of the Samsunspor match.
“WE ARE NOT CHAMPIONS YET”
In the yellow-red team, which will face Samsunspor away in the 32nd week of the Süper Lig, a striking message came from head coach Okan Buruk. It was learned that the successful coach said, “We are not champions yet! I want the same seriousness in the Samsunspor match as in the Fenerbahçe derby. Let's win and return as champions.”
HE HAD GIVEN HIS MESSAGE AFTER THE DERBY VICTORY
Galatasaray increased the point difference to 7 by defeating Fenerbahçe 3-0 last week. However, Buruk had stated that the celebrations after the derby were premature.
In his statement after that match, the experienced coach revealed his cautious approach with the words, “We are not champions yet. We have 3 more matches ahead. Celebrations as if we won the championship disturbed me.”
TARGET: CHAMPIONSHIP WITHOUT MISTAKES
In Galatasaray, where even a draw against Samsunspor would be enough for the championship, the technical team wants all focus to be kept on the field.