After a tense derby match, Galatasaray accused Fenerbahce's coach José Mourinho of making racist remarks in his post-game comments regarding referee decisions. Fenerbahce quickly defended Mourinho, stating his words were taken out of context and highlighted the perceived overreactions of Galatasaray’s technical staff. The club condemned the accusations as malicious, asserting they would pursue legal action. Mourinho's praise for the foreign referee, coupled with the context of the remarks, further fueled the controversy, with Galatasaray threatening criminal proceedings against Fenerbahce over the incident.
The statements used by José Mourinho during the match to describe the overreaction of the opposing team's technical committee cannot be associated with racism in any way.
We inform the public that we will use our legal rights regarding this incompetent slander, which is thrown in order to take the rivalry off the field.
Mourinho's comments about the match being a disaster with a Turkish referee highlighted his suspicion of bias, provoking ire from Galatasaray.
Galatasaray claimed they will initiate criminal proceedings against Fenerbahce, alleging racist remarks were made by coach Mourinho after Monday's derby.
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