In the aftermath of Beşiktaş’s match against Kocaelispor on 2026-10-11, head coach Vincenzo Italiano spoke of a valuable three‑point haul that kept the side moving forward in the league. He acknowledged the supporters’ crucial role in home victories and said the team continues to progress in the league, as he stated: “Bugün çok değerli 3 puan aldık. Ligde ilerlemeye devam ediyoruz.”
Italiano noted that matches immediately after international breaks are challenging. He revealed that the squad lost seventeen players to national team duties and expressed fatigue. He also expressed gratitude toward the supporters.
Italiano stated that the supporters “deserve all kinds of praise” and highlighted their crucial role in securing home victories.
” Italiano emphasized the need for squad rotation and readiness for seven upcoming difficult games, including a significant European match scheduled for Thursday.
He pointed out that in two matches punches were thrown without any sanction from officials. Italiano labelled such behaviour “unacceptable” and said it does not belong in football, expressing surprise that the violent acts had gone unpunished, as he said: “Yumruk başka bir şey. Cezasız kalmasını şaşkınlıkla karşılayıyorum.”
Italiano emphasized the need for squad rotation and readiness for seven upcoming difficult games, including a significant European match scheduled for Thursday.
He emphasized the necessity of rotating the squad and keeping all players ready to contribute.
During the match against Kocaelispor, midfielder Cerny was forced to leave the pitch due to injury. Italiano reported that Cerny “left the game” and that the medical staff would evaluate his condition the following day to determine his availability for the upcoming European fixture, as he said: “Cerny oyundan çıktı, doktorlar yarın durumu anlatacak bize.”
As of the post‑match reflections, the club’s management and its supporters are supportive, while Vincenzo Italiano maintains a neutral stance. The team has secured three points, continues to league progression, and must contend with a depleted roster, a looming European match, and a series of tough games.