TFF Launches Investigation into Hard Tackle on Arda Güler

Serdar HocamAuthor & Editor

The Turkish Football Federation has initiated an investigation regarding Alex Baena, who committed a harsh foul against Arda Güler during the derby between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid.

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Hacıosmanoğlu Arda Güler için ceza istedi

Following the harsh challenge on national footballer Arda Güler during the La Liga match between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid in Spain, the Turkish Football Federation has taken action.

Controversial Incident in the Madrid Derby

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid faced each other in the 7th week of the Spanish La Liga, and Atletico Madrid won the match 2-1.

In the 5th minute of the match, Arda Güler, while advancing with the ball, was brought down by a harsh challenge from Atletico Madrid player Alex Baena.

Referee's Decision and Reactions in Spain

The match referee, Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias, whistled a foul for the incident but chose not to show a card to Alex Baena.

Former referee Iturralde Gonzalez stated that Baena's challenge from behind was a foul and should have been punished with a yellow card.

The Process Initiated by the Federation

The Turkish Football Federation, under the leadership of Hacıosmanoğlu, took action for an investigation and disciplinary process following the harsh challenge.

Reports indicate that the TFF has contacted Arda Güler's manager and is closely monitoring the issue.