Semi-Final Exit from Rayan Şerki: 'We Lost to Ourselves, Not to Spain'

After ending their final dream with a 2-0 defeat against Spain in the World Cup semi-final, young star Rayan Şerki from France made statements following the loss. Stating that they left the pitch defeated due to their own mistakes rather than their opponents, Şerki admitted that the players fell behind tactically, technically, and mentally.

The young footballer also touched upon claims that there might have been overconfidence before the match. Şerki said that when everything comes easily, they might have started to think they were in a position above their opponents, and that this situation constituted a serious problem. However, he still emphasized that the actual reason for the defeat in the semi-final was the inadequate performance shown on the pitch.

Stating that the referee's performance was below expectations but that this could not be an excuse for the loss, Şerki acknowledged that Spain played much more cunningly and effectively. Finally, the young star thanked all French fans, stating that despite the great support of the fans in the country, this time what they could do was not enough.