Arda Turan's Derby Speech Became a Trending Topic: 'We Are at War, We Must Be respectful.'

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In the Ukrainian Cup, Shakhtar Donetsk defeated Dynamo Kyiv 3-0 in the derby to advance to the quarter-finals. Arda Turan's post-match speech in the locker room became a talking point.

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Shakhtar Donetsk advanced to the quarter-finals of the Ukrainian Cup by beating Dynamo Kyiv 3-0. Coach Arda Turan reminded his players in the locker room that they were in a war and needed to be respectful and mindful of their social media posts.

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Arda Turan, the chief coach of the Donetsk Shakhteur, responded to the behavior of his Brazilian football players, who, after completing the 1/8 finals match of Ukraine's Cup with Dynamo, began dancing on the field. "We are in the middle of war, and we must respect our rivals. I know that you will celebrate victory and have fun, but I ask you to be careful with social media publications. Respect is more important," said Turan to his players in t…