THE Ergin Ataman spoke to Turkey about the issue that arose with the banner in Cyprus and emphasized that the KAE Panathinaikos disagrees with any mixing of politics with sports.
Earlier, the Turkish coach had posted online about the issue expressing his discomfort, at a time when he is being criticized by his compatriots who accuse him of taking a… diplomatic stance.
“This banner was raised without the knowledge of the Panathinaikos administration. It’s just a banner put up by a small group of people. The management of the club is also very angry with this situation. Panathinaikos is one of the biggest basketball clubs in Europe and they were against any kind of political banners mixing in sports. In addition, they entrusted the team to the coach of the Turkish national team while including two of our international players this season. He has good relations with the Turkish people“, he emphasized and added: “The largest Panathinaikos fan association in Athens, Thyra 13, called and apologized in person. They stated that this banner was raised without any warning, except by this small group of Greek Cypriots. In addition, the interest and love they showed me these days on the field and in the city was incredible. We know that such groups of people can appear anywhere in the world».
Source: Sport Fm
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