09.08.2026 16:20
Okan Buruk, who received a red card in Galatasaray's match against Villarreal, faces a penalty. According to the referee's report, Okan Buruk is in danger of being unable to lead his team in the first match of the Super League.
Okan Buruk, the technical director who received a red card in the friendly match where Galatasaray lost 2-1 to Spanish team Villarreal, faces the danger of starting the league with a suspension.
BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE RED CARD
Okan Buruk, who reacted strongly to the penalty decision given in favor of Villarreal in just the 2nd minute of the match, received a yellow card from referee Kadir Sağlam. The experienced coach, who continued his objections and protested the decision by applauding, was sent off with a red card after the second yellow and had to watch the match from the stands.
PENALTY DEPENDS ON THE REPORT
Whether Okan Buruk will receive a penalty after the red card he received is tied to the report prepared by the match referee Kadir Sağlam. If the referee reports the incident and refers it to the Turkish Football Federation (TFF), it is expected that the experienced coach will be referred to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK).
MAY NOT BE IN THE FIRST MATCH
If a penalty is issued by the PFDK, Okan Buruk will not be able to take his place on the bench in the Çorum FK match to be played in the first week of the Trendyol Süper Lig.