Okan Buruk apologizes after the derby

In Week 9 of the Trendyol Super Lig, Galatasaray defeated Fenerbahce 2-1 at home to finish the week at the top of the table. After the derby win, head coach Okan Buruk, who spoke at the press conference, described his team's performance in detail.

Buruk said that in the first half they shaped their play around the opponent's starting XI, using rotations between the fullbacks and the centre-backs and midfield to find plenty of space. Stressing that the line-breaking passes were played accurately, Buruk said it was one of the best matches they have played this season. The coach noted that the score could have been more one-sided and said the game changed after the 2-1, with the team also creating many chances in the second half.

Buruk explained that his team played the press with the determination the fans inspired. He said the opponent focused only on second balls and long balls, and that his players played the derby as well as they possibly could. He said the lead remains, but that the trip to Konya, the Champions League matches and the game against Amedspor will be difficult.

At the press conference, Buruk realized he had forgotten to include Amedspor among the teams in the title race, apologized, and congratulated Amedspor. Buruk also praised Batrakov's development, saying the young player's contribution in pressing and midfield play is an important gain for Galatasaray.