28.08.2026 23:00
After losing 4-0 to Ferencvaros, Trabzonspor Technical Director Fatih Tekke, who resigned but whose resignation was not accepted by the management, made a statement. Tekke said, "I believe in the power of this team, the character of my players, and what we can achieve together. Now it's time to draw a line under last night and look ahead."
Trabzonspor Technical Director Fatih Tekke made statements regarding the process following the defeat against Ferencvaros in the UEFA Europa League play-off round. Stating that he made the decision to resign on his own initiative amid the emotional intensity he experienced at the end of the match, Tekke thanked President Ertuğrul Doğan, the board of directors, the players, and the technical staff.
"I MADE A DECISION ENTIRELY ON MY OWN INITIATIVE"
Fatih Tekke, who stated that he made a decision amid emotional intensity following the defeat last night, said, "Amid the emotional intensity we experienced at the end of the match, I made a decision entirely on my own initiative. I am aware of the responsibility I carry towards Trabzonspor and this great community."
"WE HAVE A VERY STRONG AND VALUABLE PLAYER GROUP"
Thanking President Ertuğrul Doğan for his support, Tekke reiterated his confidence in his team, saying, "I would also like to thank our President, Mr. Ertuğrul Doğan, who has made me feel his trust and support since yesterday, our Board of Directors, my players, and my technical staff. We have a very strong and very valuable player group. As I expressed yesterday, we will be a very good team."
Tekke emphasized that the missing players would return and the team would grow stronger day by day, noting that they would put forward the fight worthy of Trabzonspor.
"NOW IS THE TIME TO LOOK AHEAD"
Fatih Tekke, stating that there are important goals ahead in the league and in Europe, said, "I believe in the strength of this team, the character of my players, and what we can achieve together. Now it is time to draw a line under last night and look ahead."
Tekke, stating that they would continue the fight with the same determination for Trabzonspor, concluded his statement with the following words:
"It is time to fight together, rise together, and unite for the victories we will experience together. We will continue our fight for Trabzonspor with the same belief, the same determination, and the same sense of responsibility."