Statements on Turkish Football from Sivasspor Head Coach İsmet Taşdemir

Stating that it is unacceptable for referees who officiated their matches to be detained, Sivasspor Head Coach İsmet Taşdemir expressed that football has lost confidence.

Referee Investigations and Crisis of Confidence

Sivasspor Head Coach İsmet Taşdemir made statements regarding the crisis of confidence in Turkish football and the referee investigations, stating that it is unacceptable for the referees who officiated their matches to be detained. Taşdemir drew attention to the impact left on people when reading that a referee who officiated their match was detained a week later.

Emphasis on Being Extras and the Wish for Clean Football

Arguing that the current point reached is not right, the experienced coach stated that they are the remaining clean extras of this business. He added that his only wish is for football in the country to be completely cleaned up and for everyone to stay within football.

Criticism of National Match Breaks and League Calendar

Continuing preparations for the Orfa Yapı Pendikspor match, Sivasspor's İsmet Taşdemir evaluated the national match break. Stating that he does not find the long breaks given after the league starts to be correct, the coach noted that another break is being discussed on the agenda again.

Self-Criticism and Supporter Support

Evaluating the first 8-week performance through self-criticism, Taşdemir emphasized that they will not produce excuses and asked for support from the supporters. Meanwhile, young football player Mert Çelik also evaluated the national break process and stated that they are working on their deficient aspects.