Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has received a three-match ban and a fine of 292,500 Turkish Lira (N11,755,000) for appearing to grab Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk’s nose after their Turkish Cup loss.

The incident occurred after Galatasaray’s 2-1 win, when Mourinho approached Buruk from behind and seemingly pinched his nose, causing the 51-year-old to fall, clutching his face.

Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen bagged a brace for Galatasaray in that game, helping his side go past the quarter­finals of the competition.

Galatasaray accused Mourinho of physical assault, while Fenerbahce claimed Buruk exaggerated and provoked Mourinho with disrespectful gestures.

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The disciplinary board said Mourinho’s punishment was reduced due to provocation.

Mourinho’s assistant Salvatore Foti was banned for four matches for insulting an opposing player.

A stoppage-time scuffle saw Fenerbahce’s Mert Yandas and Galatasaray’s Kerem Demirbay and Baris Yilmaz sent off. Yandas later received a one-game suspension.

Tensions were already high after Galatasaray’s February complaint accusing Mourinho of racism—a case now dismissed by prosecutors.

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