02.11.2025 22:33
The tension rose again in the Beşiktaş - Fenerbahçe derby. Beşiktaş fans reacted to the decisions of referee Ali Yılmaz, chanting "Why don't you place a bet?" in reference to the recent betting scandal that has shaken the football agenda.
In the 11th week of the Trendyol Super League, tense moments were experienced in the Beşiktaş - Fenerbahçe derby. The controversial decisions of the referee Ali Yılmaz drew the reaction of the black-and-white fans.
After the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) was in the spotlight last week with allegations that 152 referees had "placed bets," Beşiktaş fans chanted "Why don't you place a bet!" in reference to this incident.
REFERENCE TO BETTING SCANDAL
The betting scandal, which has recently caused a significant stir in Turkish football, also reflected in the derby atmosphere. Beşiktaş fans loudly expressed their reactions, especially after the decisions made in the first half, while comments on social media stated, "Fans rightfully showed their reactions."
DERBY ATMOSPHERE WAS TENSE
In a match where the tension was high both on the field and in the stands, security forces occasionally intervened. The chants of Beşiktaş fans once again highlighted that the impact of the betting scandal on Turkish football is still ongoing.