Volkan Demirel Red Card Controversy Sparks Debate After Gençlerbirliği Defeat
Gençlerbirliği fell 1-0 away to Fatih Karagümrük, with a controversial incident occurring in the 65th minute. Goalkeeper Volkan Demirel protested the referee's decision and later learned he had been shown a red card.
The sanction prevented him from attending the post‑match press conference. The episode sparked heated debate among fans and analysts on social platforms.
Club officials said they will review the disciplinary measures moving forward.
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