10.10.2026 19:53
Trabzonspor footballer Melih Kabasakal, making a statement about the red card he received in the Samsunspor match, said, "There can be no explanation or excuse for the red card I received in the Samsunspor match. I am experiencing the sadness of having received a red card for the first time in my career."
In the 7th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig, Trabzonspor defeated Samsunspor 3-0 away.
MELİH KABASAKAL APOLOGIZED TO THE FANS
Trabzonspor player Melih Kabasakal, who was sent off after receiving a red card in the Samsunspor match, had drawn a reaction from the fans. The experienced player released a written statement regarding the incident. Stating that the card he received could have no excuse, Kabasakal apologized to the community and the fans.
"I RECEIVED A RED CARD FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MY CAREER"
Emphasizing that his high motivation in the match turned into an uncontrolled action, Melih Kabasakal used the following statements in his statement:
"The red card I received in the Samsunspor match can have no explanation or excuse. I am experiencing the sadness of receiving a red card for the first time in my career. My momentary uncontrolled action, under the influence of my high motivation for the match and my desire to win, produced an unacceptable result for both me and my team. The anger I feel toward myself for leaving my team a man down on the field will not pass easily. However, I will learn the necessary lesson from this incident and will be much more careful and controlled so that such a situation never happens again."
"I WILL DO EVERYTHING I CAN TO MAKE UP FOR MY MISTAKE"
Noting that he is aware of his responsibility, the experienced footballer said, "I sincerely apologize to my coach, my teammates, and the great Trabzonspor fans. I am aware of the responsibility this jersey carries. From now on, with the fight, discipline, and dedication I will show on the field, I will do everything I can to make up for this mistake."