30.08.2026 23:32
After Shakhtar Donetsk's 2-0 defeat to Polissya, Arda Turan, who criticized the refereeing, had legendary figure of Ukrainian and world football, Andriy Shevchenko, in his sights. Here are the details...
In the 4th week of the Ukrainian Premier League, Shakhtar Donetsk suffered their first defeat of the season, losing 2-0 at home to Polissya, and coach Arda Turan made harsh criticisms of the referee decisions and the federation management after the match.
ARDAN TURAN TARGETS SHEVCHENKO
The Turkish coach, who appeared quite angry at the press conference held after the match, reacted to the decisions on the field and targeted Ukrainian Football Federation President and world football legend Andriy Shevchenko, Referee Committee Advisor Nicola Rizzoli, and Dynamo Kiev President Igor Surkis.
"LET THEM REVIEW THE POSITIONS TOGETHER"
Criticizing the referees' performances, Arda Turan said, "As for the refereeing, you can ask questions to the Dynamo Kiev President regarding the previous match, as well as to Rizzoli and Shevchenko. I guess they really see better from Italy. I have a suggestion: Shevchenko, Surkis, and Rizzoli should sit down and review the controversial positions together."