Violent Attack on Referee Halil Umut Meler: President of Ankaragücü Breaks Silence

2023-12-13 06:44:43

Monday, Halil Umut Meler, the referee of the match between MKE Ankaragücü and Rizespor (1-1) was violently attacked by Faruk Koca, the president of Ankaragücü, and two of his relatives. A shameful scene that outraged everyone. Sent to prison with the other attackers, Koca broke his silence yesterday.

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“I apologize to Mr. Meler and his family, to the Turkish refereeing community, to sports fans and to our nation. My brain went crazy (…), I don’t remember what I did.” Koca resigned, he who lynched the referee.

Pub. 12/13/2023 07:44 Updated 12/13/2023 08:27

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