Galatasaray’s head coach, Okan Buruk, has hailed his team’s impressive 3-2 victory over Tottenham in the UEFA Europa League, describing it as more than just a club win — a significant moment for Turkish football as a whole. Buruk expressed his pride in the team’s achievement, stating, “Tonight, we didn’t just play for Galatasaray; we played for Turkish football,” in a statement on the club’s website Thursday night, as reported by PUNCH.

Highlighting their approach, Buruk explained that Galatasaray’s 3-4-1-2 formation was specifically designed to challenge Tottenham’s playstyle, with the extra preparation time during the week allowing the squad to drill tactics, control possession, and capitalize on Tottenham’s weaknesses. He emphasized, “This was one of the most dominant performances Turkish football has shown against an English club. We forced Tottenham into errors they rarely commit.”

The spotlight was on Galatasaray’s attacking power, led by Victor Osimhen, who delivered a stunning performance with two goals scored in the 31st and 39th minutes. His finishing exemplified precision and strength, establishing a solid lead for the Lions by halftime. Buruk celebrated the victory as a message to the international football scene, signaling Turkish football’s capability to compete at a high level against top European teams.