28.02.2026 11:22
Despite Fenerbahçe winning 2-1 against Nottingham Forest in the UEFA Europa League, they were eliminated from the tournament due to a 3-0 defeat in the first leg. After the match, Fenerbahçe's goalkeeper Tarık Çetin stood out with 4 crucial saves and was congratulated by Nottingham Forest's head coach Vitor Pereira. It was notable that Pereira asked Tarık Çetin, "What is the status of your contract?"
Fenerbahçe, despite defeating Nottingham Forest 2-1 away in the UEFA Europa League round of 16 play-off, bid farewell to the tournament due to a 3-0 loss in the first match. After the match, an interesting dialogue emerged.
TARIK ÇETIN STOOD OUT WITH HIS PERFORMANCE
Tarık Çetin, who took over the goal after Ederson's injury, drew attention with his 4 critical saves. The 29-year-old goalkeeper received praise from the coaching staff and fans for his performance.
PEREIRA'S CONGRATULATIONS AND QUESTION
Nottingham Forest's head coach Vitor Pereira went to Tarık Çetin after the match to congratulate the experienced goalkeeper. It was learned that Pereira said, "Very, very, very good performance. Fenerbahçe is lucky to have a goalkeeper like you. Keep it up."
After these words, the Portuguese coach notably asked Tarık Çetin, "What is the status of your contract?" It was reported that Tarık responded to this question with a smile.
HIS PERFORMANCE THIS SEASON
This season, Tarık Çetin has played in 4 matches for Fenerbahçe, conceded 4 goals, and did not concede in 1 match. The goalkeeper, whose current market value is shown as 600 thousand euros, recently signed a new contract with the yellow-blues.