Burak Yilmaz's statements on the Gaziantep FK match and agenda
Arca Çorum FK Head Coach Burak Yilmaz made ambitious statements ahead of their match against his former team, Gaziantep FK.
Arca Çorum FK Head Coach Burak Yilmaz evaluated the upcoming weekend match against his former team, Gaziantep FK, stating that they will take the field for a victory and addressing the Turkish football agenda.
Preparations Ahead of the Gaziantep FK Match
Arca Çorum FK Head Coach Burak Yilmaz continues preparations at the Çorum facilities for their away match against Gaziantep FK on Sunday, October 11.
Answering questions from members of the press before training, the experienced coach stated that the match against his former team will not be emotional.
Arrest of Ferhat Gündoğdu
Speaking about the process regarding the arrest of former MHK (Central Referee Board) President Ferhat Gündoğdu in September 2026, Burak Yilmaz stated that the state has gotten involved in the matter.
Yilmaz emphasized that when the state is involved, commenting on the situation benefits no one, and that the process should now be left to take its course.
Goals and Squad Structure at Çorum FK
Stating that the team has quality players but they have not yet fully become a team, Yilmaz reminded that he signed a 3-year contract with the club.
Expressing that the goals of Çorum FK and his own coaching dreams completely overlap, the successful manager conveyed that they look to the future with hope.
Player Choices and Disciplinary Approach
Answering questions about his former national team teammates Cengiz Ünder and Çağlar Söyüncü, Yilmaz said that personal closeness has no place in the coaching profession.
Stating that he will not grant privileges to anyone on the field, the coach clearly expressed that players who perform will get the jersey, while those who underperform will wait.
His New Family Against His Former Team
Stating that he spent very valuable time during his days at Gaziantep FK and earned his living there, Burak Yilmaz said that his current new family is Arca Çorum FK.
He added that they will take the field solely for victory and will do everything in their power to achieve this.