FC Andorra Ends Winless Streak with Victory Over Valladolid

FC Andorra secured a vital victory over Real Valladolid, ending a near three-month winless streak and boosting morale during a challenging spell in the season. Turkish midfielder Efe Akman, making his first start for the club, delivered a solid performance in central midfield and expressed optimism about his growing role.

Akman, who joined from Galatasaray this summer, felt comfortable in the lineup. "I felt very good and I think we played really well," he said this morning. He noted his ease with the ball and the tactical demands placed on him by the coaching staff, adding that he constantly sought possession to contribute.

The 22-year-old, versatile enough to play as a defensive midfielder or more advanced in the No. 8 role, believes more opportunities will showcase his full potential. "If I play more, you'll see more of my skills and abilities," he stated.

Akman's comments also reflected the squad's frustration with recent results, where strong displays often yielded insufficient rewards. "We deserved more points than we got," he remarked, capturing the dressing room sentiment after narrow defeats and draws that slipped away.

The win provides momentum ahead of Saturday's tough home match against Deportivo de La Coruña. Akman acknowledged the challenge but remained confident: "We're capable of beating them, because we're a good team too."

His debut opens new options for manager Josep Gala in midfield as FC Andorra seeks greater stability following an inconsistent start to the campaign.