Beşiktaş played perfectly and qualified for the Europa League. They missed so many goals that it could have been a historic difference. The game ended 5-1, but it was quite possible that it could have been 10 goals. Lugano's games are always full of goals. Immobile scored one goal in the first half but he wasn't very good, he scored his second goal in the second half. If he had played well, who knows what would have happened. Rafa Silva was the star of the match. He is an incredible joy to watch. I can't believe he's still here, he's a huge star. Beşiktaş can go far in the Europa League with this squad. I hope we will see those days.
They put on a show last night, and it is indisputable that this season they represent a different team. Including folks like Immobile and Rafa Silva? That is altering the whole game, not only increasing firepower. Immobile even with a few miles on the clock is still a goal-scoring machine. Six in five games? In the Europa League, you require the kind of leadership.
While winning large is fantastic, the season is long. For years, I have been saying: depth is essential. Beşiktaş has to build that bench if they wish to maintain this. Although Rafa Silva is a wizard, you cannot rely on one man to get you through the whole competition. Its about controlling those legs, replacing wisely, and being ready for the grind.
Though its all about how they manage their skill, adapt, and remain hungry, Beşiktaş has ability. And the real test is yet to come.