Eyüpspor supervisor Arda Turan praised his crew’s efforts after a 2-2 Süper Lig draw with Galatasaray on Sunday.
In his post-match feedback, Turan expressed gratitude to the Galatasaray officers and supporters for his or her heat reception, together with membership president Dursun Özbek, Sportif A.Ş. Vice President İbrahim Hatipoğlu, and the followers.
Turan, reflecting on the match, acknowledged the problem of enjoying in opposition to a crew as robust as Galatasaray.
“It wasn’t easy to face such a big team. We tried our best to hold the game and counter their pressing. We knew they would try to press us individually, and we attempted to exploit spaces behind their defense. We were aware they’d tire out, but some of their key players are hard to stop. I’m proud of the performance, despite some challenges in our defensive setups. We could’ve won had we played the right moments better. Considering our injuries and suspensions, earning a point here is an achievement,” Turan mentioned.
The 37-year-old supervisor emphasised the significance of dedication to Eyüpspor’s shirt.
“We must honor the education we’ve received from this club by giving everything for the shirt. This is how we approach our work. We earn our living at Eyüpspor, and we’ll keep fighting on the pitch. I’ve grown used to carrying burdens, and I hope we emerge stronger,” he added.
Turan, who had emotional moments enjoying in opposition to his former crew as a rival coach, said, “As a leader, it’s important to stay focused on the game and create solutions. This is where I grew up – this is home. Showing our fight here meant a lot.”
Discussing his crew’s defensive technique, Turan famous that generally sustaining strong protection is essential.
“We aimed to shorten our team’s height and prevent them from exploiting space. When Ziyech and Batshuayi came on, we had to adjust our positioning. This league can be tough for older players, and defense will often be key for us. Last season, possession was everything; this season, we have to adapt.”
On his former participant Metehan Baltacı, Turan expressed admiration for his improvement. “Metehan was raised by Galatasaray, and we’ve given him more opportunities to showcase his talents. With Okan Buruk’s guidance, he’s become exceptional. I see him as the future of the national team’s defense, and I also see a bit of Bülent Korkmaz in him.”
Addressing a query in regards to the referee’s efficiency, Turan known as for enhancements. “The standard of refereeing must rise. We can’t progress with the current level. If we want growth, the standards for fouls need to be developed.”
Looking forward, Turan reiterated that survival within the league stays the highest precedence. “If we stay up, we’ll have room to grow. Afterward, we’ll make adjustments to our squad. Our players are valuable, but we’re already planning for the future.”
Turan additionally highlighted the person performances of his gamers in such a high-stakes match. “In games like these, heroes emerge. To win against Galatasaray, you need to be at your best. Dorukhan fought through a long-term knee injury, and Tayfur, despite psychological challenges after the Beşiktaş match, performed admirably.”
Finally, Turan responded to Galatasaray supervisor Okan Buruk’s feedback about his gamers spending an excessive amount of time on the bottom.
“We have the utmost respect for Okan Buruk, one of the greatest coaches in Galatasaray’s history. We come from the same place, and we always show good intentions. There were 6 minutes of added time, and though I’m a Galatasaray fan, I’ll always defend my players’ dignity,” Turan concluded.
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