08.07.2025 13:40
Ziya Erdal, one of the team captains whose contract has expired at Sivasspor, announced his departure from the team in a written statement. Expressing his disappointment towards the club, the experienced player said, "In a year called the 'Season of Loyalty,' I leave it to the esteemed Yiğidolar to judge those who couldn't even extend a simple thank you to the players who have sweated for this emblem for 17 years and showed disloyalty."
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Experienced football player Ziya Erdal, who parted ways with Sivasspor, one of the teams in the Trendyol 1st League, published a farewell message. In his message, Ziya Erdal reminded that he wore the jersey for 17 years, including 15 years in the A team and 2 years in the youth team at Sivasspor.
''I WORE THIS JERSEY WITH PRIDE AND HONOR''
The 37-year-old football player, who thanked the club presidents, managers, coaches, technical teams, teammates, club staff, and Sivasspor fans he walked with on this journey, stated, "I have the pride of participating in the UEFA Europa League 4 times, winning the Turkish Cup, the TFF 1st League championship, and the PAF league championship in this long adventure. I wore this jersey with pride and honor at every moment."
''SIVASSPOR WILL RISE AGAIN''
Emphasizing that he wanted to make this farewell in some way, Ziya Erdal said, "It hurts me to drop to a lower league, but I believe that Sivasspor will rise again and return to the Super League. Because behind this team, there is an unbreakable city and a persevering fan base."
''I LEAVE THOSE WHO BETRAY TO YOUR JUDGMENT, VALIANT ONES''
Stating that the fans are the true strength, passion, and spirit of Sivasspor, Ziya Erdal noted: "In every difficult moment, in every glimmer of hope, you were the ones who lifted the weary bodies on the field back up. You are not just a fan community; you are the strongest pillars of this great family. For me, the greatest wealth is to be remembered with love without leaving a broken heart behind. Please forgive me, and I forgive you. Your love, prayers, and friendship will always be in my heart. This heart will continue to beat for Sivasspor. As I conclude my words, in a year called 'The Season of Loyalty,' I leave those who even consider it too much to thank the players who sweat for this emblem for 17 years to your esteemed judgment, glorious Valiants. Our love, loyalty, and effort have never been measured by a thank you, nor will they be. I will always remain devoted to Sivasspor and this beautiful city in my heart.
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