Beşiktaş advances to the play-off round, Tiago Djalo speaks out after injury

Beşiktaş defeated Czech representative Hradec Kralove 1-0 at home in the second leg of the UEFA Europa League 3rd qualifying round. The black-and-whites, who also won the first leg by the same score, secured their place in the play-off round with this result.

Tiago Djalo, who started the match, was unable to continue playing due to injury and was replaced by Emmanuel Agbadou in the 74th minute. The Portuguese defender answered questions about his health condition after the match. Djalo stated that he felt physically well and that the team doctor had also given a positive assessment of his condition.

In addition to his injury, Djalo also expressed his satisfaction with the team's overall performance. The player emphasized that they had created more scoring chances in the match but needed to be calmer in those moments, noting that he still saw many positive aspects in the team's play. He added that they would improve over time in terms of ball possession.

Beşiktaş players pointed out after the victory that their journey in European competitions was guaranteed. Ahead of the play-off round against Zalgiris, it was emphasized that their European campaign would continue regardless of the result. The players, who touched on the team's cohesion and learning process, stated that they were constantly learning something from the coaching staff and their teammates.