Turkish Football League Suspended as Club President Assaults Referee
The Turkish Super Lig has been suspended indefinitely after the president of Ankaragucu, Faruk Koca, punched referee Halil Umut Meler in the face and kicked him while he was on the ground during a match against Rizespor. Both Koca and Meler were taken to the hospital, with Koca expected to be detained after treatment. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan condemned the attack, emphasizing that violence has no place in sports. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and support for the referee from both clubs involved.