Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has received a three-match ban and a fine of 292,500 Turkish Lira (N11,755,000) for appearing to grab Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk’s nose after their Turkish Cup loss.
The incident occurred after Galatasaray’s 2-1 win, when Mourinho approached Buruk from behind and seemingly pinched his nose, causing the 51-year-old to fall, clutching his face.
Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen bagged a brace for Galatasaray in that game, helping his side go past the quarterfinals of the competition.
Galatasaray accused Mourinho of physical assault, while Fenerbahce claimed Buruk exaggerated and provoked Mourinho with disrespectful gestures.
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The disciplinary board said Mourinho’s punishment was reduced due to provocation.
Mourinho’s assistant Salvatore Foti was banned for four matches for insulting an opposing player.
A stoppage-time scuffle saw Fenerbahce’s Mert Yandas and Galatasaray’s Kerem Demirbay and Baris Yilmaz sent off. Yandas later received a one-game suspension.
Tensions were already high after Galatasaray’s February complaint accusing Mourinho of racism—a case now dismissed by prosecutors.
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