Super Eagles and Fenerbahce defender Bright Osayi-Samuel faces the possibility of being suspended for up to 10 games for his part in the violence that erupted after the club’s away win at Trabzonspor last weekend.
Osayi-Samuel brawled with the home fans who flooded the pitch at the end of Fenerbahce’s 3-2 win at Trabzonspor.
The versatile defender’s action earned him praise from Fenerbahce fans.
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Reports in Turkey claim a Nigerian international faces misconduct charges over his role in the incident. This is according to the rules and regulations of the Turkish football association for violent conduct.
The 26-year-old will plead self-defense to avoid punishment.
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) Disciplinary Committee has fixed Tuesday, April 2 for hearing on the issue.
Fenerbahce are second in the league standings, two points behind leaders and city rivals Galatasaray.
Osayi-Samuel arrives in Morocco on Wednesday to link up with the Super Eagles for their upcoming friendlies against Ghana and Mali.
The Super Eagles will face the Black Stars of Ghana on March 22 and the Eagles of Mali on March 26.
Osayi-Samuel To Face 10-Match Ban In Turkey
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