Okan Buruk: Half of the wish has come true, now it is the derby

Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk spoke after his side beat Lille 4-2 away in the Champions League. Buruk said that while cutting his birthday cake he made two wishes for this week. He said they wanted the Lille win and then a victory in the derby, and the first has come true.

The experienced coach recalled that last season they won only against Ajax away from home. Stressing that the next five matches are critical, Buruk said they want to face Paris Saint-Germain in the final match of the season as a team that has already secured a place in the next round.

Describing how they fell behind and came back in the match, Buruk said his team played with the same desire and concentration for 90 minutes. Referring to the goal that made it 2-2, the manager highlighted Sallai's cross and Batak's run to the near post. He also reminded that Lille are level on points with Galatasaray in the French league and are in the title race.

Noting that there are five days until the derby, Buruk said they will start preparations as soon as possible. He also thanked the Turkish supporters who did not leave the team alone at the stadium and in front of the hotel.