28.01.2026 21:10
FCSB's head coach Ilias Charalambus, who will face Fenerbahçe in the UEFA Europa League, stated that Fenerbahçe is the strongest team they have encountered so far. The experienced coach said, "We see that they have very quality players. We need to show character tomorrow."
In the 8th week of the UEFA Europa League, FCSB, which will host Fenerbahçe, stated in a press conference that Fenerbahçe is the strongest among the opponents they have faced so far, according to head coach Ilias Charalambus.
''I'M SORRY ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILIES''
Referring to the PAOK fans who had an accident and lost their lives in Romania, the 45-year-old coach said, "I am very sorry. I extend my condolences to the people of Greece. I am very sorry on behalf of the families."
''I CAN SAY FENERBAHÇE IS THE BEST''
Stating that Fenerbahçe is a very high-quality team, Charalambus said, "I can say that Fenerbahçe is the best among the teams we have faced so far. Looking at our results so far, we need to do our best. We see that they have very quality players. We need to show character tomorrow. We know it will be very difficult. This is football, and we have to fight. We want to reflect this on the field tomorrow. We can never know what will happen in football. We know it will be a very tough match. We are a big club. We will see how it goes. I am not satisfied with the situation we are in. We want to change this. Our fans can be sure that we are making an effort for this. The players will do their best. I wish some things were in our hands tomorrow. We are going through a very tough period. Our fans are angry with us, and that is normal. The players are aware of this. We will try to change and fix this," he expressed.
''I DON'T CARE WHAT ANYONE SAYS''
Speaking about the direction of his team, the experienced coach said, "The boss came here for the first time. I have been here for 3 years, and I have seen something like this for the first time. This is his team. He talked to the team and said what he wanted. We need to respect his situation. I feel what he feels. He came and said everything face to face. I have respect for the players, and they respect me too. Ilias Charalambus is very strong. I don't care what anyone says," he stated.