José Mourinho has made headlines during his debut season as Fenerbahçe coach, particularly following a Turkish Cup derby where he was accused of physically attacking Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk. The match saw a number of red cards due to escalating tensions and ended with Mourinho pinching Buruk's nose after verbally confronting him. This incident has led to strong reactions from Galatasaray, including accusations of misconduct and playful taunts on social media. Mourinho's controversial history continues to resonate in Turkish football, adding to the intense rivalry with Galatasaray.
Galatasaray's vice-president Metin Öztürk stated, 'Where else in the world can he do this? What does he think of Turkey?'
Despite the tensions, Mourinho's antagonistic presence in Istanbul football has sparked considerable media attention and fan engagement.
Mourinho escalated the already heated derby by pinching Galatasaray's manager Okan Buruk, leading to accusations of physical aggression.
The contentious atmosphere in Turkish football has been amplified by social media exchanges, showcasing the intensity of the rivalry between Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray.
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