Galatasaray fans from European countries experienced the joy of championship accompanied by flags and chants in the historical Grand-Place. Mayor Philippe Close and Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek, who went to the balcony of Brussels City Hall as part of the celebrations, addressed the fans who filled the square.
Close, who reminded that Manneken Pis, one of the world-famous symbols of the city, wore the Galatasaray jersey last year and said that this brought good luck to the club, also made the “cimbombom” chant that he learned from the fans.
Özbek stated that Galatasaray fans living abroad have an important share in the success of the club and said, “We have been champions for four consecutive years. Your share here is huge. As long as our unity and solidarity continues, we will celebrate many more championships together. Now we are preparing for the 27th championship.” he said.
MERTENS SURPRISE
At the end of his speech, Close said that they had a surprise guest and invited former Galatasaray football player Dries Mertens to the stage.
Yellow-red fans showed love to the Belgian football player for a long time.
Mertens, who started his football career in Anderlecht, came on stage with his son Ciro and greeted the fans.
FRIENDSHIP MESSAGES IN BRUSSELS
Meanwhile, Özbek and Close came together at the reception held at Brussels City Hall before the celebrations.
In his messages in French at the reception, Özbek thanked Close for his support to the organization and drew attention to the importance of the relationship between Galatasaray and Belgium.
Özbek presented a Galatasaray jersey to Close and RSC Anderlecht’s president, Michael Verschueren.
CLOSE WISHED SUCCESS TO THE TURKISH NATIONAL TEAM
After the event, Close told the AA reporter that they were happy to host a special organization for Galatasaray for the second time.
Expressing that he was impressed by the atmosphere created by the fans, Close drew attention to the loyalty of Turkish fans to their teams.
Close also stated that it would not be a surprise for Mertens to take part in Galatasaray and said, “We know that Türkiye is a very big team and has a lot of fans. When Turkey wins a match, there is a real celebration in the whole city and I really enjoy it because they are real fans, they are not like everyone else. They are ready for their team.” He wished the National Football Team success in the World Cup.