25.04.2026 23:20
The protective equipment Victor Osimhen wears on his arm continues to be debated ahead of the derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. It has been stated that referee Yasin Kol will make the final decision regarding the claim that the equipment worn by Osimhen harms athlete health. If Yasin Kol sees a risky situation, Osimhen will not be able to play in the derby with this equipment.
Victor Osimhen, who returned to the pitch after recovering from an injury ahead of the Galatasaray-Fenerbahçe derby that will affect the championship race in the 31st week of the Trendyol Super Lig, continues to be debated over the special protective equipment on his arm.
OFFICIAL APPLICATION FROM FENERBAHÇE TO TFF
Fenerbahçe management applied to the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) regarding the guard Osimhen carries on his arm. The yellow-navy club argued that the equipment in question violates the rules of the game and could endanger the health of other players during duels, requesting a technical inspection of the equipment's hardness and structure.
FINAL WORD LIES WITH YASIN KOL
Referee Yasin Kol, appointed by the TFF for the big derby, has become the focus of the controversy. According to the rules, players' equipment checks are conducted by the referee team before the match. Yasin Kol will personally inspect the guard on Osimhen's arm in the dressing room tunnel at Rams Park. If the equipment is deemed "dangerous," the striker will not be allowed to step onto the field with it.