24.10.2025 10:32
In the match where Fenerbahçe hosted Stuttgart, Edson Alvarez fell to the ground due to a harsh tackle from Stuttgart player Bilal El Khannouss. While Bilal El Khannous received a yellow card, images that emerged after the match showed Alvarez's legs injured and covered in blood. Fans reacted strongly to the referee's decision, with many comments arguing that the situation was a "clear red card."
In the UEFA Europa League match of the 3rd week, Fenerbahçe hosted the German representative Stuttgart at Chobani Stadium. The incident that occurred in the 20th minute of the match sparked great debate both in the stands and on social media.
FENERBAHÇE EXPECTED A PENALTY AND A RED CARD
In the 20th minute of the match, Fenerbahçe's Edson Alvarez fell to the ground after a harsh intervention by Stuttgart player Bilal El Khannouss. After the incident, the yellow-blue players argued that the opposing player should have been punished with a direct red card.
Here is that incident;
ONLY A YELLOW CARD FROM THE REFEREE
The Danish referee Jakob Kehlet showed only a yellow card to El Khannouss despite the prolonged protests. Fenerbahçe players expected the incident to be reviewed by VAR, but there was no warning from VAR referee Jonas Hansen, and the game continued.
ALVAREZ'S LEGS COVERED IN BLOOD
In the images that emerged after the match, it was seen that Edson Alvarez's legs were injured and covered in blood. Fenerbahçe fans reacted strongly to the referee's decision on social media, with many comments emphasizing that the incident was a "clear red card" situation.