Clear Statements from Okan Buruk Before the Barcelona Match
Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk stated that they will not shut down in defense during their Champions League match against Barcelona and that their target is victory.
Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk made evaluations ahead of their UEFA Champions League match against Barcelona. Stating that they will not just defend in the match they will play on their home ground and that they will also think about attack, Buruk expressed his trust in his players.
Excitement and Target Against Barcelona
Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk stated that they are very excited to face an in-form team like Barcelona on their home ground in the Champions League. Emphasizing that they will play against one of the most in-form teams in the world, Buruk expressed that their goal, as always, is to win.
We Will Not Just Defend
Touching upon the match tactics, Okan Buruk said that they will not just defend and that they are also planning for the attack. Stating that they need to apply intense pressure in whichever area of the pitch it may be, the experienced coach drew attention to the importance of staying calm offensively and retaining possession.
Physical Condition and Squad of the Team
Conveying that they have been training with a full squad following the Kasımpaşa match, Buruk stated that they have no missing players except for Singo, who is injured. He noted that the players have had rest periods and that victories accelerate physical recovery.
Barış Alper Yılmaz's Performance
Evaluating the performance of Barış Alper Yılmaz, who played in the right-back position during the Kasımpaşa match, Buruk stated that the player is not unfamiliar with playing in this position. He said that Barış has proven he can successfully play this role with his help in defensive transitions and his struggle.
Football Memory and Expectations
Recalling the match they won against Barcelona as a football player in 1994, Okan Buruk expressed that he wants to experience the same joy this time as a head coach. He emphasized that they will do their best with the support of the fans.
İlkay Gündoğan's Reaction is Normal
Also touching upon experienced footballer İlkay Gündoğan's reproachful response after the Kasımpaşa match, Buruk stated that this situation is a human sorrow. He added that players are not robots, that it is extremely normal for them to want to play, and that he is pleased with İlkay's performance.