Trabzonspor’s head coach, Fatih Tekke, addressed the media ahead of their away match against Kocaelispor in the 18th week of Trendyol Süper Lig. He emphasized the importance of reflecting the fighting spirit that his team has shown throughout the season, aside from one match against Gençlerbirliği.
Match Preparations for Kocaelispor
Tekke noted that Kocaelispor represents one of the toughest away challenges in the league. He expressed confidence in his team’s readiness despite injuries affecting the squad. “We have trained intensively throughout the week on various aspects such as throw-ins, set pieces, transitions, and possession play,” he stated.
Encouragement and Confidence
- New players have joined the team, while some have departed.
- Tekke believes a positive mindset is essential to ensure they perform well in the match.
- He urged his players to maintain the emotional intensity during gameplay.
Tekke acknowledged some difficulties experienced in previous matches but remains optimistic. “We need a reaction, which can only come through winning,” he added. He underlined that for ten months, the team has been striving to achieve their goals and that they are working hard to secure victories.
Overall Team Dynamics
He praised the efforts of the club’s president, scouting team, and management, stating that they are all doing their utmost to support the players. However, he cautioned against expecting outstanding performances in every match. “We aim to finish the game without conceding from what we’ve practiced and score as planned,” Tekke concluded.
