Statement on the Champions League from Aziz Yıldırım
Ahead of the Roma match, Fenerbahçe President Aziz Yıldırım emphasized that the club was previously prevented from participating in the tournament twice despite having earned the right.
Ahead of the Champions League match against Roma, Fenerbahçe President Aziz Yıldırım stated that they were twice not permitted to take part in the tournament despite deserving it on sporting merit, and called on fans for unity.
Call Ahead of the Roma Match
In the first week of the Champions League, Fenerbahçe is hosting Roma at the Chobani Stadium. The club president made statements ahead of this critical encounter.
President Aziz Yıldırım called on fans for unity and solidarity on the day of the match and shared the club's objectives.
Past Obstacles
Stating that they are back in the Champions League after an eighteen-year hiatus, Yıldırım recalled that they were previously twice not allowed to take part in this arena despite earning it on sporting merit.
Expressing that they have not forgotten and will not forget the injustices inflicted upon the club, the president emphasized that they will nevertheless not live in the past.
Marching Toward the Future and Goals
Stating that Fenerbahçe is marching toward the future by drawing strength from its history, the management noted that they have returned to the tournament by answering the long-asked question of why they were absent.
He stated that participating in the Champions League was an important objective in their seasonal planning and that this has been achieved.
Sustainability and Permanence in Europe
Stating that they will advance in Europe by honoring the jersey in every match, Yıldırım conveyed that the club will build upon its success every year, similar to their past quarter-final achievement.
He stated that they want Fenerbahçe to be permanent in the Champions League and that the path to this goes through the Turkish League.
Emphasis on Unity and the Championship
Stating that their primary objective is the league championship, the management announced that they will carry the club back to the glorious days it deserves.
They invited all fans to unite around common goals and become a single heart around Fenerbahçe.