The goalkeeper of the Turkish “Besiktas” Mert Gyunok shared his thoughts on the confrontation with Donetsk’s “Shakhtar” in the 2nd qualifying round of the Europa League. The “Miners” have not yet reached this stage of the tournament, but there is no doubt about their ability to solve such a task after their 6:0 victory against the Finnish “Ilves” in the first match of the 1st qualifying round.
Mert Gyunok“We will have to start the season early, and right away against a strong team — Donetsk ‘Shakhtar’.
Arda Turan (the head coach of ‘Shakhtar’, — ed.) performed well last season with “Eyupspor”. He has proven his worth over the last two years. Now he is the coach representing us in Europe. He will begin a new adventure at ‘Shakhtar’. Of course, he will want to beat us.
But this year, as you know, the Europa League final will be held at our stadium. So, of course, we would like to reach the final. But, to be realistic, it’s important to take it step by step. Therefore, first, we will start with ‘Shakhtar’, knock them out of the tournament, and then wait for our next opponent. Our first goal of the season is to reach the main stage of the Europa League. After that, we will see,” said Gyunok in a comment to “BEGIKAD TV”.
