Soccer-Turkish league violence unacceptable, says FIFA chief Infantino


FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - UEFA Congress - Maison de la Mutualite, Paris, France - February 8, 2024 FIFA president Gianni Infantino during the UEFA Congress REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes/File Photo

ANKARA (Reuters) -Violence in the Turkish Super Lig is "unacceptable", FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Monday as he called on authorities to take action following a brawl after Fenerbahce's 3-2 win at Trabzonspor.

Trabzonspor fans stormed on to the pitch after the final whistle on Sunday and attacked visiting Fenerbahce players who fought back to defend themselves.

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