Tedesco Addresses Player Absences: "No Excuses"
Ahead of the delayed Trendyol Süper Lig match against Corendon Alanyaspor, Fenerbahçe coach Domenico Tedesco spoke about the team's situation, acknowledging player absences but dismissing them as excuses.
Tedesco's Pre-Match Comments
Speaking to beIN SPORTS before the match scheduled for 20:00 at Chobani Stadyumu, Tedesco addressed the fact that he couldn't utilize five players due to league regulations. “We have enough good options. Despite the absence of 5 or 6 players today, we have enough quality players. We have no excuses,” he stated.
Mert Hakan Yandaş's Return to the Squad
The Italian coach also commented on Mert Hakan Yandaş's return to the squad after a long absence. “His role is very important. On paper, he is our captain, and he acts as a true captain. He is a special individual. I talk to him constantly. He knows the club and this team very well. We decided to include him in the squad for the sake of the team's unity,” Tedesco explained.