Okan Buruk's Leadership Call to Players Ahead of Fenerbahçe Derby
Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk emphasized game discipline from the Lille victory in a meeting with his players before the Fenerbahçe derby, demanding a win for the leadership target.
As Galatasaray prepares to face Fenerbahçe in the Süper Lig, Head Coach Okan Buruk gathered with his players at the Kemerburgaz camp, stating that the performance in the Lille match must be repeated in the derby.
In his address to his players, Okan Buruk stated that the pressing game displayed against Lille reflects the team's true identity. Buruk emphasized that they aim to increase the points gap and take over the lead by winning against Fenerbahçe.
Buruk, who holds a record of 6 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses in 11 Fenerbahçe derbies as the head of Galatasaray, is continuing derby preparations in Kemerburgaz. While the status of injured player Rafael Leao remains uncertain, it was reported that the player participated in tactical training sessions. Torreira is expected to feature in the midfield, while Osimhen is projected to be on the field in the attack line.
Sources
- sabah.com.tr · Link