As the Trendyol Süper Lig approaches its 13th week, Fenerbahçe is set to face Çaykur Rizespor in an away match. Ahead of this encounter, Fenerbahçe’s head coach, Domenico Tedesco, shared his insights during an interview with beIN SPORTS.
Tedesco Discusses Team Changes and Rizespor’s Playing Style
Addressing the necessity for squad rotation, Tedesco highlighted that Mert Müldür would replace Semedo in the lineup. He acknowledged the complexity of such changes, stating, “It’s a challenging question. Normally, I want my players to earn respect on the field. I hope to maintain this attitude moving forward.”
He emphasized the importance of every player on his team, noting, “There’s a reason these athletes are part of Fenerbahçe. I’m grateful for them.”
Rizespor: A Formidable Opponent
In analyzing Rizespor, Tedesco remarked on their playing style. “They enjoy ball possession and attempt to play attractive football. They adopt a strong 4-3-3 formation,” he explained. He singled out Papanikolaou as a key player who orchestrates their midfield presence.
Moreover, Tedesco acknowledged that Rizespor will bring their full intensity to the match. “They have nothing to lose and will likely play at 200% against us,” he stated. Tedesco concluded by affirming Fenerbahçe’s commitment to winning: “We are ready to give our best on the pitch.”
- Match: Fenerbahçe vs. Çaykur Rizespor
- League: Trendyol Süper Lig
- Week: 13
- Head Coach: Domenico Tedesco
- Key Change: Mert Müldür replaces Semedo
- Opposition Style: 4-3-3 formation, ball possession focus
- Predicted Intensity: Rizespor to play at 200%
