29.11.2025 11:55
In the UEFA Europa League match between Fenerbahçe and Ferencvaros, Fenerbahçe President Sadettin Saran's applause in support of Jhon Duran after he received a red card created a significant stir on social media. While Duran's sudden reaction sparked debate, Saran's gesture was shared on social media with comments like "moral support for Duran" and "a president who stands by his player."
In the UEFA Europa League match where Fenerbahçe faced Ferencvaros, Jhon Duran received a red card in the 90+1 minute after a tense moment with his opponent. The Colombian striker's sudden reaction sparked controversy, while a moment captured in the stands brought another aspect of the incident to light.
LOOKED IN ASTONISHMENT, THEN APPLAUDED
In the footage taken during the match, Fenerbahçe President Sadettin Saran is seen first looking on with a surprised expression at the moment Duran received the red card, and then standing up to applaud his player. The president's gesture was shared on social media with comments like "Moral support for Duran" and "A president who stands by his player."
INTERPRETED AS A MESSAGE OF SUPPORT
As claims emerged that the provocation of insults towards Duran's family led to the red card, Saran's action was interpreted as a message of support and ownership for his player.