13.09.2025 19:51
The national goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır, who plays for Galatasaray, made statements after the 2-0 victory against Eyüpspor. In his remarks, Uğurcan said, "The victory is a bit bittersweet for me. Two days ago, my cousin passed away in Urfa. I wish patience to my whole family. He was also a Galatasaray fan and was happy that I came here. But we lost him in a painful way two days ago. My condolences to the entire family."
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In the 5th week of the Trendyol Super League, Eyüpspor faced Galatasaray. The match, played at Atatürk Olympic Stadium, ended with a 2-0 victory for Galatasaray. National goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır spoke after the Eyüpspor victory.
''I AM HAPPY TO BE HERE''
29-year-old Uğurcan said about the match, "I am very happy to be here. My transfer happened, and I played in the starting eleven today. It's a new team and excitement for me. The first matches can be tough. Adaptation is difficult. It was important to leave here without conceding a goal, both for me and the team. They welcomed me very well here. I thank them. I am happy to be here. I will try to do my best for Galatasaray."
"A BITTERSWEET VICTORY FOR ME"
Continuing his words, Uğurcan announced that he lost his cousin, saying, ''Muslera has achieved great successes at Galatasaray. He made a significant contribution to Turkish football and goalkeeping. I developed a lot by watching him. I learned a lot from him. He is a very special goalkeeper. He played his first match here 14 years ago, a beautiful coincidence. Hopefully, I can experience the same successes. Actually, this victory is a bit bittersweet for me. My cousin passed away two days ago in Urfa. I wish patience to my whole family. He was also a Galatasaray fan and was happy that I came here. But we lost him painfully two days ago. May the whole family rest in peace.''
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