The legendary players of Trabzonspor, which is the leader of Spor Toto Super League, stated that they believe the burgundy-blue team will be the champion.
The players, who won the championship under the burgundy-blue team uniform, evaluated the team’s championship struggle by giving an interview to the Journal of the Turkish Sports Writers Association (TSYD) Trabzon Branch.
Ali Kemal Denizci, whose views are included in the magazine, stated that the new generation could not see Trabzonspor’s championship and said, “I want to see them experience the joy of championship and smile on their faces. Their current intense emotions and joy make us very happy. The importance of our championship was very different, we destroyed a hegemony. “Time has passed, now people need this championship. When this happens, Trabzonspor, the community, the fans, everyone will win a lot. Everyone is laughing right now, what a great feeling,” he said.
Necmi Perekli, the first top scorer of Trabzonspor, said: “After seeing the state of the teams that started the league assertively, we can better predict how close Trabzonspor is to the championship.” saying, he used the following expressions:
“As Trabzonspor wins, they get psychologically tense. It’s as if everyone accepted the burgundy-blue team as champions. Another point that terrifies the teams playing for the championship is that Trabzonspor will not give up this championship easily in the coming years, beyond the championship. I think it shakes him. The current graphic is the result of unity on the field, integrity in the stands, solid moves in execution and correct transfers.”
“SUCCESS WILL CARRY TO THE FOLLOWING YEARS”
Turgay Semercioğlu, who only plays football in Trabzonspor, said, “I played football in Trabzonspor for 15 years, I won 7 championships in total, including the 2nd league. The first championship was very different for me because we achieved a success that no one had even dreamed of. In a small city from Anatolia. “The team came out and took the championship from Istanbul. It was unimaginable, but we had become a very good team with its management, technical staff and football player. Success came when the fans believed in us.” he said.
Emphasizing the importance of unity in success, Semercioğlu said, “We opened the door with a team spirit, now success has come again as unity has been achieved in every sense. He could have been the champion last year, but there were problems in going to the end. It turns out that this year, it was a very good team. Trabzonspor was closed immediately with the smallest problem, with a great planning. I believe that this success will be carried over to the next years.” used the phrase.
Necati Özçağlayan stated that there has been pressure on the city for a long time and said:
“Things that will not happen for years have happened, championships are gone. But everything is going well right now, that championship that will probably be embraced, and that cup suits this city very well. All the stakeholders of football are integrated. The players, the technical committee, the management are in harmony, they work well. The fans want it, “There is support. Trabzon deserves this championship in all aspects. The next process is important, it will proceed without giving up the precaution. The championship mood is now entered, it will not be lost easily. I hope we will fight the well-deserved rope together.”
“A SEASON THAT MUST BREAK RECORD”
Hüseyin Tok, on the other hand, stated that he lost the championship in the 1995-1996 season and that he was an assistant coach that season. “I see it as a season in which records should be broken by far. Football will go down in sports history, it will be a season in which many firsts will be successful. The potential of this team shows this. It is necessary to move forward with patience and firm steps.” said.
Güngör Şahinkaya, on the other hand, pointed out that the atmosphere during the time they were champions was formed right now, “This community deserved the championship very much. This championship will suit the city of Trabzon, which is identified with football. This championship will suit the city of Trabzon. It has suffered a lot to live this moment for years, experienced great sadness. “The psychological burden will also be lifted, Trabzon will be relieved. This championship, which will also contribute greatly to the club financially, will be very beneficial for the success of these coming years.” made its assessment.
“NEW LEGENDS ARE COMING”
Serdar Bali, on the other hand, stated that Trabzonspor believes in the championship and makes its opponents feel it, and used the following statements:
“The perfect unity in the community also brought success. We are now officially waiting for the championship. First of all, I am very happy for the generation that has not seen a championship for 38 years. They waited a long time to see that day, they suffered a lot, they were very sad. Happiness is their right. They also call us a ‘legend’ for years. They almost blamed them. Now, new legends are coming. We need to give them all kinds of support. I believe that if this team is preserved and the right plans are made, it will be the biggest candidate for the summit for 3-4 years.”
Hüsnü Özkara stated that there is no room for complacency in football and said, “No one should be in the mood that the league is over, but Trabzonspor made the right moves this season. There are special names in the team, an experienced coach is at their head. Now we are going towards the deserved championship. I’m feeling the excitement today. Until yesterday, especially those abroad, were exposed to the ridicule of the opposing team’s supporters. Now, Trabzonspor fans are proud to speak.” he said.
TUNCAY SOYAK:
“This picture excites me just like 38 years ago, people are hungry for a new championship, I am also hungry. I am running for the championship with a very meaningful, historical record and I do not see many obstacles in front of it. Because there is a perfect harmony everywhere in Trabzonspor. But It is absolutely necessary to achieve this goal with extreme caution and patience both on and off the field. The image is that both the team’s stance, weight, appetite, the belief of the community, the integration of the city and the club are a clear sign of a happy ending.”
“TODAY A GOOD TEAM TRABZONSPOR”
Iskender Gonen also stated that the opponents were stronger than themselves when they were champions, but they managed to become a team, “Because the way to success is the awareness of being a team. Trabzonspor is a good team today, too. First of all, a good squad was formed, the character structures of foreigners are also suitable here. There are some players that have a responsibility. For example, Hamsik is a complete leader. It is difficult to find such players. In 95-96 there was everything but there was no leader. There was a leader when we were champions, Şenol Güneş for example. Such leader players are essential. Hamsik is an important factor. Others When you have character and hardworking, this structuring brought success.” used the phrase.
Şenol Ustaömer, on the other hand, explained that the right moves lead Trabzonspor to the championship, “Trabzonspor is a legendary club that has left its mark on Turkish football and made history by winning 6 championships in 10 years. It has started to make its mark on Turkish football again with a structure that reminds of the past. If this harmony continues, not only this season but the future.” “He is moving on a path that can carry success for years to come, which is very important. Since I scored the goal that mathematically secured the last championship, it makes me even more excited to run for the championship after many years, I am very happy.” said.
Hasan Şengün, on the other hand, noted that he was also in the last championship of Trabzonspor and said, “I was in the championship 38 years ago, I have the same excitement today and I want to be in those celebrations. Even thinking about it makes me happy and emotional. One important point is that with the right steps, they will be able to win championships in the coming years. A staff planning has been made, and very correct steps are being taken in this direction.” he said.