Turkish referee walloped by membership president blames ex-Newcastle participant for assault
Super Lig official Halil Umut Meler believes ex-Newcastle midfielder Emre Belozoglu had a giant position to play within the on-field assault that left him hospitalised.
The Turkish referee was focused by Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca after the membership not too long ago conceded a 97th-minute equaliser to attract 1-1 at house to Rizespor. Meler was punched within the face by the Ankaragucu official and reportedly kicked on the ground instantly after the match, resulting in Koca receiving a lifetime suspension from soccer.
But the overseer’s frustrations aren’t restricted to Koca alone, and Meler feels there have been others who had a outstanding hand in his demise on December 11. The UEFA official spent three days in hospital after the assault earlier than returning house, however it’s evident the episode will go away its mark.
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“No I do not forgive [Koca], I will not forgive,” said Meler (via The Sun). “I collapsed and fell to the ground. But the actual kicking while I was on the ground will be something I will never forget for the rest of my life.
“That’s why, in conscience, I will never forgive. I will not forgive in any way, I will never forgive those who did it or those who provoked it. I am saying this specifically, I will not forgive those who provoked it or those who did it.”
(Image: Anadolu by way of Getty Images)
(Image: Anadolu by way of Getty Images)
Speaking of those that provoked the melee, it is Meler’s perception Belozoglu did nothing to tame his gamers or colleagues. In reality, he went as far as to recommend the Ankaragucu chief incited these concerned within the violence.
“After blowing the whistle, the players came to thank me. Meanwhile, I saw Belozoglu’s hands and arms [waving],” added the official. Asked whether he felt the former Magpie was involved, Meler replied: “Yes, that is something clearly visible.”
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Belozoglu made 80 appearances for Newcastle throughout a three-year profession at St. James’ Park. He hung up his boots in 2020 following a 3rd spell with Fenerbahce and shortly moved into administration as interim boss of the Istanbul superpower.
The former Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid midfielder has been quoted in Turkish media saying he apologised to Meler on the sphere and by way of his assistants after he was taken for remedy. However, it seems as if these appeals could have fallen on deaf ears.