Statements from Hull City Owner Acun Ilıcalı on Team Performance and Goals
Hull City owner Acun Ilıcalı stated that he did not expect his team's 8-point start in the Premier League, praised his players' performance, and talked about head coach Sergej Jakirovic.
Acun Ilıcalı, owner of Premier League side Hull City, stated in remarks to HT Spor that the team's 8-point start was not in their calculations and that the players have shown a tremendous performance.
Points Expectation and Squad Status
Acun Ilıcalı stated that achieving 8 points in the Premier League was not in their calculations and said that his players put up a tremendous fight.
Stating that the majority of the starting 11 players remain from last season, the club owner emphasized that the newly made transfers are not yet fully integrated into the team.
Challenges and Motivation in England
Touching upon the criticism they faced in England, Ilıcalı stated that negative comments directed at him and his team motivated them even more.
Expressing that they responded to prejudices with the results they achieved, Ilıcalı noted that they want to overcome difficulties and continue on their way with confident steps.
Assessment of Head Coach Sergej Jakirovic
Speaking about head coach Sergej Jakirovic, Ilıcalı stated that the coach was not on the radar of English executives due to the leagues he worked in previously.
Stating that he was impressed by Jakirovic's adventure in Turkey and the style of play he implements, the club chairman conveyed that he finds the coach's joining the team valuable.