All hell broke loose at Fenerbahçe after the derby: Leave him out of the squad

All hell broke loose at Fenerbahçe after the derby: Leave him out of the squad

28.04.2026 10:51

After the Galatasaray derby, reaction to Ederson grew in the Fenerbahçe locker room, and it was claimed that some players demanded the Brazilian goalkeeper be left out of the squad.

Tension rose in Fenerbahçe after the derby, as the team lost 3-0 to Galatasaray. The reactions towards goalkeeper Ederson were particularly notable in the yellow-dark blue team.

EDERSON TRANSFER TURNS INTO DISAPPOINTMENT

Ederson, who was transferred from Manchester City with high expectations at the start of the season, became the focus of criticism due to his performance. The Brazilian goalkeeper's mistakes, drawing attention with his high cost, sparked debate throughout the season.

Ederson in Fenerbahçe jersey

PATIENCE RUNS OUT IN THE DERBY

His behavior against Galatasaray and the red card he received caused the last straw within the team. His dialogue with the referee and his failure to stand in goal during the penalty position drew reactions from his teammates.

Derby match scene

TENSION IN THE LOCKER ROOM

It was claimed that there were harsh reactions towards Ederson in the locker room after the match. The experienced goalkeeper, who had previously apologized and received support from his teammates, was reportedly unable to find the same response this time.

Fenerbahçe team huddle

DEMAND FOR EDERSON TO BE SIDELINED

According to reports, some players expressed their opinion to head coach Domenico Tedesco and sporting director Devin Özek that Ederson should be excluded from the squad. These developments revealed the unrest within the team.

In order to provide you with a better service, we position cookies on our site. Your personal data is collected and processed within the scope of KVKK and GDPR. For detailed information, you can review our Data Policy / Disclosure Text. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies.', '