19.03.2026 10:31
Liverpool footballer Virgil van Dijk spoke after the Galatasaray match. The Dutch player, stating that they could have scored more goals, highlighted Uğurcan Çakır's performance, saying, "I think we could have scored many more goals, but the Galatasaray goalkeeper, despite conceding four goals, still put in a very good performance."
Liverpool football player Virgil van Dijk stated that the yellow-red fans played a significant role in their two defeats against Galatasaray this season, but they performed well in this match.
''GALATASARAY FANS PLAYED A ROLE IN VICTORY''
The Dutch player, in a statement after the 4-0 victory in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg, said, "We suffered both of our defeats against Galatasaray away. I think the Galatasaray fans played a huge role in the home team's victory. Today, however, we were at home and performed well."
''I HOPE HE RETURNS TO THE FIELD SOON''
The 34-year-old footballer, who expressed great respect for Galatasaray, said they would quickly recover and focus on the league match they will play in 50 hours. Van Dijk mentioned that he spoke with Noa Lang, who was injured on his finger and taken to the hospital, saying, "Of course, this is a very serious accident, but it has nothing to do with the stadium. I hope he returns to the field as soon as possible."
''UGURCAN HAD A GOOD MATCH''
The Dutch player, who stated that they deserved to advance against Galatasaray, said, "I think we could have scored many more goals, but even though the Galatasaray goalkeeper conceded four goals, he had a very good match."