Fenerbahçe s Defeat in Zagreb Reflected in Croatian Media: They Did Nothing, They Were Crushed

Fenerbahçe suffered a 3-1 defeat against Dinamo Zagreb in the first week of the UEFA Europa League. Despite being among the favorites with a squad valued at approximately €300 million, the yellow-navy team showed no presence at Maksimir Stadium and failed to compete against a far less valuable Dinamo Zagreb, leaving the field in shock. The Croatian press evaluated Fenerbahçe's performance and Dinamo Zagreb's victory after the match.

"TURKISH SOUP"

Sportske: "The Blues elegantly sipped the Turkish soup."

"FENERBAHÇE WAS CRUSHED"

Gol: "The blue-whites' European flair: Dinamo crushed Fenerbahçe and signaled great things to come."

"FENERBAHÇE DID NOTHING"

Telesport: "Dinamo's deserved victory. They didn’t deliver a spectacular performance but completely outplayed a rival who could do nothing against them."

"HISTORIC VICTORY"

HNS: "Dinamo celebrates a historic victory against Fenerbahçe in the Europa League opener."

"DESERVED VICTORY"

Sportnet: "Dinamo made a fantastic start in Europe. Hosting Fenerbahçe in the first Europa League match, they played brilliantly and secured a fully deserved 3-1 victory."

"NO ONE UNDERSTOOD"

Jutarnji: "The Turks are furious; everyone is talking about the debacle at Maksimir! No one could understand Domenico Tedesco's peculiar lineup choices."

"TURKS FEEL ASHAMED"

Index: "Dinamo Zagreb’s most valuable player isn’t even worth as much as Fenerbahçe’s 20th most valuable player. The Turks describe the 3-1 defeat at Maksimir as shameful."