- Fenerbahçe defender Mert Muldur was among those involved in the attack
- His partner, Koprena Andjela, posted a message on Instagram after the violent scenes
- Supporters rushed onto the field after the final whistle, causing chaos
The girlfriend of one of the Fenerbahce players who was attacked by rival fans during violent scenes in Turkey on Sunday has spoken of her fears for her partner’s safety.
Trabzonspor fans stormed the pitch after the Super Lig clash and aimed punches and weapons at Fenerbahce stars after their team’s 3-2 defeat in shocking scenes at Papara Park in Trabzon.
Fenerbahce’s Mert Muldur, 24, was seen running away from a fan with a corner flag, sparking concern from his girlfriend Koprena Andjela.
Andjela wrote on Instagram that she “had no words” and that her “heart stopped for a moment.”
She later posted a photo of Muldur and a teammate with the caption “thankful you’re all safe.”
Fenerbahce defender Mert Muldur (right) was attacked with a corner flag by a rival fan
Muldur’s girlfriend Koprena Andjela posted a message on Instagram following the violent scenes
Andjela said her “heart stopped for a moment” when she saw her friend had been attacked
An investigation has been launched into the incident, which began when a lone supporter dodged the stewards and ran straight towards the celebrating stars in the center of the pitch.
As they moved closer to the players without being intercepted by security, former QPR star Bright Osayi-Samuel was forced to fight back to protect himself.
The 26-year-old could be seen throwing punches at his would-be attacker as his teammates and staff rushed to his aid.
From then on, the situation deteriorated even further as dozens of fans pushed their way past the barricades and rushed straight onto the pitch.
Clips circulating on social media showed another supporter sprinting straight towards former Chelsea and Crystal Palace star Batshuayi.
Taking immediate action, the Belgian forward launched a spinning heel kick, making contact with the supporter and causing him to quickly disperse.
The potential for serious damage allegedly caused during the incident was made frighteningly clear with images on social media that appeared to show a supporter brandishing a weapon during the ugly scenes.
Fenerbahce’s players were then protected by security forces as they attempted to return to the sanctuary of the changing rooms.
Fenerbahce boss Ismail Kartal insisted his players were attacked and had not provoked fans.
Trabzonspor manager Abdullah Avci echoed Kartal’s thoughts and admitted the events were disturbing.
Violent scenes unfolded in Turkey after Trabzonspor fans tried to attack Fenerbahçe players after their Super Lig match
The incident started when a lone supporter stormed onto the pitch before former QPR star Bright Osayi-Samuel intervened
The post-match violence is the latest controversial incident in Turkish football this season
Meanwhile, Turkey’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya condemned the violence as he revealed authorities had already begun an investigation to identify the perpetrators.
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‘Sport is above all sportsmanship. It is never acceptable for violence to take place on football fields.
‘The public will be informed about the developments.’
Tensions were already high before Trabzonspor fans stormed the pitch and attacked players
It is the latest controversial incident in Turkish football this season. In December, Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca physically attacked referee Halil Umut Meler in the aftermath of his side’s draw against Rizespor.
Others then subjected him to a series of kicks as he curled up on the ground and covered his face.
A large crowd of players, coaching staff and security quickly raced to the scene to stop the attack, with the shocked Meler suffering a minor fracture during the incident.
The match official spent more than a week in hospital following the brutal attack, where he was visited by Yerlikaya before returning to his duties in January.
All Turkish competitions were suspended following the incident before resuming after a week-long hiatus.