Mourinho banned four matches for referee comments, fined £35,000

Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has been suspended for four matches and fined £35,000 by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) following derogatory comments made about the Galatasaray bench during a post-match press conference after a 0-0 draw. Mourinho's remarks, which included a comparison of the Galatasaray bench to 'monkeys,' prompted the club to accuse him of racism and to initiate legal action. The TFF stated that his comments violated sports ethics and could incite violence among fans, leading to further disciplinary measures against him for his behavior towards officials. Fenerbahce defended Mourinho, claiming his comments were taken out of context and misrepresented, while his former player Didier Drogba offered support. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions in Turkish football and Mourinho's controversial presence in the league. The outcome of legal actions from Galatasaray and the implications for Mourinho remain to be seen.