26.01.2025 15:20
It has been suggested that Halil Umut Meler, the referee whose decisions in the recent Galatasaray-Konyaspor match sparked controversy, has been prepared by the Central Referee Committee for the Galatasaray-Fenerbahçe derby. Meler has previously officiated in the major derby three times.
In the 21st week of the Trendyol Super League, an allegation has emerged regarding referee Halil Umut Meler, who has been a topic of discussion due to the controversial decisions made during the Konyaspor match, where Galatasaray won 1-0 with Osimhen's penalty goal.
"THEY ARE PREPARING FOR THE GALATASARAY-FENERBAHÇE DERBY"
Milliyet newspaper writer Halil Özer claimed that the Central Referee Committee is preparing Halil Umut Meler for the Galatasaray-Fenerbahçe match. In his column in the newspaper after the Galatasaray-Konyaspor match, Özer stated, "I think the referee can no longer handle it. We shouldn't push too hard. However, I heard that the MHK is preparing Halil for the Galatasaray-Fenerbahçe match. I advise caution..."
HE HAS OFFICIATED 3 TIMES BEFORE
Halil Umut Meler, who has officiated in Galatasaray - Fenerbahçe matches 3 times before, has seen the following results in the derbies he managed;
- 23.03.2020 Fenerbahçe 1-3 Galatasaray
- 21.11.2021 Galatasaray 1-2 Fenerbahçe
- 08.01.2023 Fenerbahçe 0-3 Galatasaray