Melih Kabasakal Apologizes After Trabzonspor Red Card

Trabzonspor midfielder Melih Kabasakal apologized to his teammates and supporters after receiving a red card during the club's 3-0 away victory over Samsunspor in the seventh week of the Trendyol Super Lig. According to an official club statement reported by canligaste.com on October 10, 2026, the midfielder accepted responsibility for leaving his team with 10 players.

Kabasakal said the dismissal had no justification and expressed regret over the incident. He also revealed that it was the first red card of his career, describing the experience as a source of personal disappointment.

Reflecting on the circumstances behind his dismissal, Kabasakal attributed his actions to excessive motivation and his determination to win. He acknowledged that his behavior had unacceptable consequences for both himself and Trabzonspor.

"My high motivation for the match and my desire to win led to a momentary loss of control, which produced an unacceptable outcome for both me and my team. My anger at myself for leaving my team short-handed on the field will not fade easily. However, I will learn the necessary lesson from this incident and be much more careful and composed to ensure that such a situation does not happen again.

I sincerely apologize to my coach first, then to my teammates and the great Trabzonspor fans. I am aware of the responsibility that comes with wearing this jersey. From now on, I will do everything I can to make up for this mistake through the effort, discipline, and dedication I demonstrate on the field," said Melih Kabasakal, Trabzonspor midfielder.

According to the club statement cited by canligaste.com, Kabasakal pledged to respond to the incident by demonstrating greater discipline and commitment in future appearances. His apology addressed the impact of the dismissal on his teammates and the supporters following the victory over Samsunspor.