03.04.2025 12:40
After the Fenerbahçe-Galatasaray derby ended, Jose Mourinho physically intervened by pinching the nose of Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk. This action by the Portuguese coach resonated around the world, reminding many of a similar incident he had during a match against Barcelona in 2011. As a result of that action, Jose Mourinho received a two-match ban.
The 3rd semi-finalist in the Ziraat Turkey Cup was Galatasaray, who defeated Fenerbahçe 2-1 at Kadıköy with two goals from Victor Osimhen. With this result, the yellow-reds became Konyaspor's opponent and will take the field away to advance to the final.
While tense moments were experienced during the match, an incident after the game made headlines worldwide. Jose Mourinho squeezed Okan Buruk's nose while going to congratulate the referees after the final whistle. Buruk fell to the ground after this physical intervention.
HE USED TO EYE-GOUGE
Jose Mourinho, who squeezed Okan Buruk's nose in the derby, had previously poked Tito Vilanova in the eye during the 2011 Spanish Super Cup match between Real Madrid and Barcelona. That day, comments were made that the world-famous rival could gouge Vilanova's eye, and Mourinho was banned for two matches.
WILL HE BE PUNISHED?
After the two-match ban given in Spain at that time, the situation of Jose Mourinho regarding the incidents that occurred in the derby has become a matter of curiosity.
The Portuguese coach, who squeezed Okan Buruk's nose, received a red card after the match. The Portuguese coach will be referred to the Professional Football Discipline Board. Mourinho is expected to be punished.
If Jose Mourinho is referred for 'unsportsmanlike conduct', he will receive a penalty of 1-3 matches according to the Football Discipline Regulations.
If the world-famous coach is referred for 'assault' under Article 44 of the FDT, he could be banned for 5-10 matches or face a penalty of 45-90 days of deprivation of rights.
MOURINHO IN THE WORLD AGENDA
The Portuguese coach's actions have resonated widely in many countries, especially in Spain. The 61-year-old coach, known for his previous actions against Barcelona's coach Tito Vilanova, has made headlines.
Relevo: "The derby was fiery and eventful, but the worst happened at the end of the match. Mourinho remembered his action against Tito Vilanova in El Clasico and squeezed the rival coach's nose."
Marca: "After a match filled with controversies, Mourinho came from behind and attacked Okan Buruk's nose. He simulated his action from the 2011 Spanish Super Cup again."
ESPN: "The Fenerbahçe coach made a strange move against Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk. After a match that saw four red cards, Mourinho squeezed his rival's nose, and Okan Buruk fell to the ground."
Daily Mail: "The Portuguese coach clearly showed that he was not happy after the derby. After squeezing his rival's nose, players from both sides rushed onto the field."
Goal: "Angry Jose Mourinho squeezed his rival's nose. Ugly moments after the match that led to Osimhen's derby victory."
Mirror: "Jose Mourinho held his rival's face. The angry gesture risks a long-term penalty."