Fenerbahçe's UEFA Appeal for Matteo Guendouzi Concluded
Following the yellow-lacquered club's appeal, the UEFA Appeals Body reduced the player's penalty, paving the way for him to play in the Aston Villa match.
Fenerbahçe's appeal against the UEFA penalty yielded a positive result, and Matteo Guendouzi's suspension was reduced by the Appeals Body.
Background of the Appeal Process
Fenerbahçe club had officially appealed the UEFA penalty given to their player Matteo Guendouzi.
As a result of the legal initiatives, the UEFA Appeals Body re-examined and evaluated the file.
New Regulation Made in the Penalty
The previously issued four-match penalty, two of which were suspended, was reshaped by the decision of the Appeals Body.
As a result of the appeal, the penalty was reduced to three matches, with two of them suspended subject to a one-year probationary period.
Match Status and Schedule
Due to the suspension process, the player was unable to wear the jersey in the Roma match played on September 10, 2026.
With the latest decision, it has become certain that Guendouzi will take the field in the Aston Villa match to be played on October 14, 2026.