Statement from Özhan Pulat After Fenerbahçe Match

Eyüpspor suffered an 8-0 defeat away against Fenerbahçe in week 6 of the Süper Lig. Speaking after the match, Eyüpspor Head Coach Özhan Pulat stated that he takes responsibility and will not make anyone else pay the price.

Post-Match Evaluation

Eyüpspor Head Coach Özhan Pulat stated that after the 8-0 rout against Fenerbahçe, he faced one of the most difficult situations a young coach can experience. Pulat emphasized that he never resorts to excuses and has always made it a principle to look in the mirror first.

Early Mistakes in the Match

Expressing that the team surrendered very easily at the beginning of the match, Özhan Pulat stated that the early goals and individual mistakes erased three months of correct work. Pulat noted that this situation negatively affected the team's self-confidence and game plan.

Squad Troubles and Injuries

Mentioning the injuries and lack of alternatives since the beginning of the season, Pulat noted that problems such as the team captain's injury and the right-back's meniscus tear put the squad in a difficult situation. He also shared that central defender Jules wanted to come out during the match due to an intestinal infection.

Responsibility and Statement on the Consequences

Taking full responsibility for the negative picture, the Eyüpspor Head Coach stated that he would not make anyone else pay the price. Stating that money, contracts, or status have never mattered to him, Pulat expressed that he will do what is necessary.

Consultation and Goalkeeper Change

Regarding resignation claims, Pulat said they would not leave the management in a difficult position and announced that they would put everything on the table and consult. Regarding the goalkeeper change at halftime, he explained that they made this move to prevent Moldovan from feeling demoralized and to protect the player.