20.10.2025 10:10
In the match where Fenerbahçe defeated Fatih Karagümrük 2-1, a rare moment of sportsmanship occurred on the football field. Karagümrük's David Datro Fofana prevented a potential serious injury by stopping İsmail Yüksek from falling hard after losing his balance in an aerial duel.
In the 9th week of the Super League, Fenerbahçe hosted Fatih Karagümrük in Kadıköy. A situation that occurred in the second half of the match made the hearts of both the players on the field and the fans in the stands race.
National football player İsmail Yüksek was about to fall hard to the ground after losing his balance during an aerial duel. However, opposing player David Datro Fofana intervened with great reflexes and sportsmanship.
CAUGHT IN THE AIR AND PREVENTED A HARD FALL
Noticing that İsmail Yüksek was about to fall headfirst to the ground, Fofana hugged the star player to slow down his fall. This intervention by Fofana prevented the national player from potentially suffering a neck or spinal injury. After lying on the ground for a short while, İsmail got back on his feet with the help of the medical team and continued the game.
"A MOVE THAT SAVED İSMAİL'S CAREER"
Sports commentators described Fofana's action as "not just an example of fair play, but also a reflex that saved a career." Experts reminded that injuries occurring during such falls are often long-term, emphasizing that Fofana's intervention may have saved İsmail Yüksek's football career.
GREAT THANKS FROM FENERBAHÇE FANS
Thousands of Fenerbahçe fans on social media showered David Datro Fofana with applause. Fans shared comments like, "This is what a true athlete looks like," "He prevented İsmail's injury, endless thanks," and "This move deserves applause."
A BEHAVIOR FITTING FAIR PLAY
The sensitive behavior of the Karagümrük player made a mark on the night, regardless of the match score. Fofana earned admiration not only for his talent on the field but also for his humanity.