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TRABZONSPOR told Turkish football bosses “f**k your justice” after being ordered to play their next six home matches behind closed doors.They have been slapped with the punishment for their involvement in a huge brawl involving their fans and Fenerbahce players.Trabzonspor vs Fenerbahce descended into chaos at the end of the gameCredit: GettyFans rushed onto the pitch and attacked Fenerbahce starsCredit: RexTrabzonspor have been hit with a six-match stadium banCredit: AFPBright Osayi Samuel punched a fanTrabzonspor supporters stormed the pitch and fought with security forces and opposition stars after their team suffered a dramatic 3-2 home defeat.It led to ex-Premier League striker Michy Batshuayi attempting a fly-kick on a fan and Bright Osayi-Samuel punched another.As punishment, the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) disciplinary bosses yesterday ruled that Trabzonspor must play their next six home matches without fans.And the club have also been fined £74,000.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTrabzonspor coach Egemen Korkmaz was also handed a dressing room and dugout ban for one match.In a social media post yesterday, angry Trabzonspor said: “F**k your justice! Get up from your seats, resign!”Meanwhile, the TFF have hit Fenerbahce duo Irfan Can Egribayat and Jayden Quinn Oosterwolde with a one-match ban.Both have also been given minor fines over their involvement in the on-field fight.Most read in FootballFenerbahce initially said they were considering withdrawing from the top-tier Super Lig over the incident.But they decided not to go through with the threat following a meeting with clubs.Fenerbahce board members throw objects at Trabzonspor fansFenerbahce are in second place after 30 games – five points behind main rivals Galatasaray who have a game in hand. More

FENERBAHCE have threatened to withdraw from the Turkish Super Lig after a pitch invasion saw their players attacked by rival fans.The club had just beaten Trabzonspor 3-2 when hundreds of supporters charged onto the field.Fenerbahce vs Trabzonspor descended into chaos at the end of the gameCredit: GettyTrabzonspor fans tried to attack Fenerbahce starsCredit: GettyFenerbahce have now threatened to quit the leagueCredit: RexHundreds ran onto the pitchCredit: AFPHooligans tried to land punches and one tried to hit a Fenerbahce star with the corner flag.It led to ex-Chelsea star Michy Batshuayi attempting a karate kick on a fan and Bright Osayi-Samuel landed a powerful right-hook as he fought back.The chaos came after missiles were thrown by Trabzonspor fans during the game that hit players Edin Dzeko, Dusan Tadic and Dominik Livakovic.According to reports, Fenerbahce are fuming that no action has yet been taken and they have warned they will quit the Super Lig if Trabzonspor go unpunished.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, it is not just the weekend’s incident that has angered the club.Violence has erupted several times over the years and Fenerbahce believe they are not being treated fairly by football chiefs and the government.They cite the infamous Turkish match-fixing scandal of 2011, which saw their ex-club president Aziz Yildirim jailed.He was later released and cleared of any wrongdoing.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERFenerbahce also refer to a 2015 incident when bullets were fired at the team bus on their way to the airport.They additionally think the referees are often against them.Fenerbahce board members throw objects at Trabzonspor fansCurrent club chief Ali Koc said: “The treatment Fenerbahce receives is not something we can tolerate.”The decision to pull out the league will be discussed at their Annual General Meeting next month.In the unlikely event they go through with the threat, they would forfeit their remaining matches this season and be relegated.In turn, this would hand their bitter rivals Galatasaray the league title.Just two points separate the pair with eight games to go.Bright Osayi Samuel punched a fanCredit: GettyThe players were involved in a brawl during the gameCredit: GettyFenerbahce could hand Galatasaray the title should they leave the Super LigCredit: Rex More

THE girlfriend of Fenerbahce star Mert Muldur has recalled the moment she saw her partner being attacked by a Trabzonspor fan on Sunday.Following Michy Batshuayi’s late winner at Papara Park, Trabzonspor fans stormed onto the pitch to attack the Fenerbahce players.Mert Muldur’s girlfriend Koprena Andjela (R) revealed her ‘heart stopped’ after seing her partner chased by an opposition fanCredit: Instagram koprena.andjelaMuldur was chased down by a Trabzonspor fan wielding a corner flagCredit: APAmong the chaos, defender Muldur was spotting running from a fan that was wielding one of the corner flags.The terrifying ordeal sparked concern from the 24-year-old’s girlfriend, Koprena Andjela.Koprena took to Instagram to share a clip of her partner being chased by the crazed fan before making a beeline for the tunnel.She commented: “Where my heart stopped for a minute…”Read More on FootballKoprena also wrote: “I have no words left…”However, she later shared a picture of Muldur and a team-mate with a caption that read: “Thankful you are all safe.”Following their dramatic 3-2 away win over Trabzonspor, Fenerbahce players celebrated in the centre circle at Papara Park.The celebrations sparked a furious reaction from the home supporters.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFormer Chelsea striker Batshuayi attempted a “spinning high kick” on an oncoming fan but missed contact.Meanwhile, ex-QPR and Blackpool ace Bright Osayi-Samuel appeared to take one pitch invader down by punching him. Chelsea flop attempts ‘spinning high kick’ on fan as hundreds invade pitch to assault Fenerbahce team in chaotic clash After the match, Fenerbahce boss Ismail Kartal said: “Why do these events happen when we are victorious here? I don’t understand these.”After all, why are we in such conflict with Trabzonspor when there is nothing between the presidents and managers of our two clubs? I don’t understand why we are confronting each other so much?”He continued: “There is an attack here against us out of greed! We were officially attacked by the stands in the second half today!”It’s the first time in my life that I’ve experienced something like this, after so much of my football and coaching career.”In conclusion, I still wish success to the Trabzonspor team. I congratulate my players. I congratulate my players for the 3 points we got in such an environment, such an atmosphere, under very difficult conditions. Let it be a gift to our community.”Trabzonspor fans stormed the pitch following a 3-2 defeat to FenerbahceCredit: ReutersThe home fans attempted to attack the playersCredit: Getty More

CHELSEA flop Michy Batshuayi attempted a “spinning high kick” on a fan after hundreds invaded the pitch to assault his Fenerbahce teammates.The chaotic scenes came at the end of the Turkish side’s dramatic 3-2 win at rivals Trabzonspor.Crazy scenes broke out in Turkey as Fenerbahce players were attacked by Trabzonspor fansCredit: GettyThe home supporters flooded the field after suffering a late defeat, which the Fenerbahce players provocatively celebrated in the centre circleCredit: AFPChelsea flop Michy Batshuayi attempted a ‘spinning high kick’ on one fanThe visitors were chased off the field by furious home supportersCredit: AFPTwo goals from ex-Manchester United ace Fred put Fenerbahce ahead.Trabzonspor fired back to level the game by the 78th minute.But with just moments left on the clock, Batshuayi netted a winner for the visitors to keep them two points behind Super Lig leaders Galatasaray.It sparked wild celebrations among the Fenerbahce players, who gathered in the centre circle at the full-time whistle for a jubilant group huddle.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, the mood was spoiled when a Trabzonspor fan ran onto the pitch before confronting Batshuayi and Co.The invader was then chased down by security, but this only inflamed the already-angry home crowd.Suddenly, numerous fans burst onto the field before charging the Fenerbahce players.Some of the ugly scenes were caught on camera as security tried forming a ring around the visitors while ushering them towards the tunnel.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHowever, clashes broke out all over the pitch, and one video captured the moment Batshuayi unleashed a “spinning high kick” at one onrushing Trabzonspor fan.The former Chelsea man, who moved to London in 2016 before completing a transfer to Fenerbahce 18 months ago, appeared to miss with his attempt.Fenerbahce board members throw objects at Trabzonspor fansThe chaotic scenes shocked Turkish footballCredit: GettyThere were collisions all over the pitchCredit: GettyBright Osayi-Samuel took down one assailantCredit: GettySecurity struggled to contain the clashes on the fieldCredit: AFPHowever, ex-QPR and Blackpool ace Bright Osayi-Samuel appeared to take one pitch invader down to the floor being punching him after being confronted.He was quickly ushered away by teammates as Fenerbahce headed for the exit.Incredibly, there were clashes in the stands too between their board members and Trabzonspor fans.A Fenerbahce chief was seen hurling cups and other items at home supporters, one of who appeared to be hit.Fans reacted to the chaos online, with one saying: “What the hell is happening there.”Another declared: “Crazy scenes.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOne noted: “Sunday league vibes.”Another added: “This is not how you play the game.”There were more battles in the standsFenerbahce board members threw cups at Trabzonspor fansThe sharp items did some damage to those belowOne fan claimed to have been injured More

THE TURKISH Super Cup final between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce has been cancelled.Both sides have reportedly refused to play, causing the match to be postponed at the last minute.
The Turkish Super Cup final between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce has been postponedCredit: Getty
According to reports in Turkey, neither team arrived at the stadium ahead of the match.
It is understood both teams refused to take to the field after Ataturk banners and t-shirts were banned.
Reports add that the players have refused to leave their hotels over the dispute with the Saudi Arabian hosts.
The match had been scheduled to take place at the Al-Awwal Stadium in Riyadh.
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In a joint statement, the clubs and TFF said: “In order to celebrate the 100th anniversary of our Republic and the Turkish Football Federation abroad, we organise with our clubs in a way that will contribute to the brand value of Turkish Football and our clubs.
“The 2023 Super Cup competition, which was planned to be played on Friday December 29, 2023, at 20.45, has been postponed to a later date as a result of the joint decision we made with our clubs, due to some disruptions in the organisation.
“We would like to thank the Football Federation and relevant institutions and organizations of the host country for the efforts they have made so far in the organization of the Super Cup.”
Galatasaray had booked their place in the final by winning their 23rd league title last season.
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The match was postponed at the last minuteCredit: Getty
Meanwhile, Fenerbahce were confirmed as their opponents after lifting the Turkish Cup earlier this year.
The cancellation of the Super Cup final comes after all Turkish matches were postponed earlier this month.
That decision came after a referee was punched by a club president at the end of a Super Lig clash.
Domestic football later resumed before the top-flight’s winter break began following matchday 18 earlier this week. More