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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki meets the press after pitching a scoreless seventh inning in a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers is congratulated by teammates, including compatriot Shohei Ohtani (R), after pitching a scoreless seventh inning in a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki (11) of the Los Angeles Dodgers is congratulated by teammates, including compatriot Shohei Ohtani, after pitching a scoreless seventh inning in a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki (R) of the Los Angeles Dodgers exchanges a fist bump with catcher Ben Rortvedt after pitching a scoreless seventh inning in a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 24, 2025. The 23-year-old right-hander, returning after spending four months on the injured list, made his first appearance as a reliever in the Major Leagues, delivering a scoreless and hitless inning.

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting (13) dribbles past FC Juarez of Mexico goalkeeper Sebastian Jurado (1) during the Leagues Cup 2025 soccer match at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico forward Oscar Estupinan (19) in action against the New York Red Bulls in Leagues Cup 2025 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting (13) is defended by FC Juarez of Mexico midfielder Denzell García (5) during their match at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, USA, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico goalkeeper Sebastian Jurado (1) defends against New York Red Bulls forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting (13) during the Leagues Cup 2025 soccer match at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Looking on from right is FC Juarez defender Moises Mosquera (3). The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls defender Tim Parker (26) celebrates during the game against FC Juarez of Mexico in Leagues Cup 2025 play at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls defender Marcelo Morales (14) in action against FC Juarez of Mexico in the Leagues Cup 2025 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls players on the field following the soccer match against FC Juarez of Mexico in the Leagues Cup 2025 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico midfielder Guilherme Castilho (8) during the game against the New York Red Bulls in the Leagues Cup 2025 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico defender Alejandro Mayorga (4) and New York Red Bulls midfielder Wikelman Carmona (19) in Leagues Cup 2025 action at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico midfielder Denzell Garcia (5) during the match against the New York Red Bulls in the Leagues Cup 2025 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico midfielder Ricardinho (21) heads the ball towards the goal over New York Red Bulls midfielder Daniel Edelman (75) in Leagues Cup 2025 action at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls defender Marcelo Morales (14) grabs his leg after falling during the soccer match between FC Juarez of Mexico and the New York Red Bulls in Leagues Cup 2025 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

Action during the soccer match between FC Juarez of Mexico and the New York Red Bulls in the Leagues Cup 2025 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls defender Marcelo Morales (14) chases the ball past the fallen FC Juarez of Mexico forward Madson Monteiro (9) during the Leagues Cup 2025 soccer match at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico defender Moises Mosquera (3) pursues the ball as his teammate defender Alejandro Mayorga (4) looks on at left during the match against the New York Red Bulls in the Leagues Cup 2025 action at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Leagues Cup 2025: FC Juarez vs New York Red Bulls

FC Juarez of Mexico midfielder Guilherme Castilho (8) concentrates as he prepares for a free kick against the New York Red Bulls in Leagues Cup 2025 action at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, US, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Red Bulls ultimately winning the penalty shootout 5-3. Although they were victorious, the Red Bulls were eliminated from the tournament. Photo by Kyle Mazza - UNF NEWS via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Collboni Presents the Gold Medal for Sporting Merit to Pau Gasol - Barcelona

Family photo during the presentation of the Gold Medal for sporting merit to former basketball player Pau Gasol, on May 27, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Pau Gasol is considered the best basketball player in the history of Spain, with a career spanning 18 seasons in the NBA where he won two rings with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a six-time All-Star. With the Spanish national team, he won 11 international medals, including the 2006 world gold medal and three European golds, in addition to being MVP in several tournaments. He also shined at FC Barcelona, where he won three ACB Leagues and two Copa del Rey, and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Collboni Presents the Gold Medal for Sporting Merit to Pau Gasol - Barcelona

Former basketball player Pau Gasol, receives the Gold Medal for sporting merit, on May 27, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Pau Gasol is considered the best basketball player in the history of Spain, with a career spanning 18 seasons in the NBA where he won two rings with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a six-time All-Star. With the Spanish national team, he won 11 international medals, including the 2006 world gold medal and three European golds, in addition to being MVP in several tournaments. He also shined at FC Barcelona, where he won three ACB Leagues and two Copa del Rey, and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Collboni Presents the Gold Medal for Sporting Merit to Pau Gasol - Barcelona

The mayor of Barcelona, Jaume Collboni (left), during the presentation of the Gold Medal for sporting merit to former basketball player Pau Gasol, on May 27, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Pau Gasol is considered the best basketball player in the history of Spain, with a career spanning 18 seasons in the NBA where he won two rings with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a six-time All-Star. With the Spanish national team, he won 11 international medals, including the 2006 world gold medal and three European golds, in addition to being MVP in several tournaments. He also shined at FC Barcelona, where he won three ACB Leagues and two Copa del Rey, and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Collboni Presents the Gold Medal for Sporting Merit to Pau Gasol - Barcelona

The mayor of Barcelona, Jaume Collboni (left), during the presentation of the Gold Medal for sporting merit to former basketball player Pau Gasol, on May 27, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Pau Gasol is considered the best basketball player in the history of Spain, with a career spanning 18 seasons in the NBA where he won two rings with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a six-time All-Star. With the Spanish national team, he won 11 international medals, including the 2006 world gold medal and three European golds, in addition to being MVP in several tournaments. He also shined at FC Barcelona, where he won three ACB Leagues and two Copa del Rey, and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Collboni Presents the Gold Medal for Sporting Merit to Pau Gasol - Barcelona

Former basketball player Pau Gasol (right), receives the Gold Medal for sporting merit, on May 27, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Pau Gasol is considered the best basketball player in the history of Spain, with a career spanning 18 seasons in the NBA where he won two rings with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a six-time All-Star. With the Spanish national team, he won 11 international medals, including the 2006 world gold medal and three European golds, in addition to being MVP in several tournaments. He also shined at FC Barcelona, where he won three ACB Leagues and two Copa del Rey, and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Collboni Presents the Gold Medal for Sporting Merit to Pau Gasol - Barcelona

Former basketball player Pau Gasol (right), receives the Gold Medal for sporting merit, on May 27, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Pau Gasol is considered the best basketball player in the history of Spain, with a career spanning 18 seasons in the NBA where he won two rings with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a six-time All-Star. With the Spanish national team, he won 11 international medals, including the 2006 world gold medal and three European golds, in addition to being MVP in several tournaments. He also shined at FC Barcelona, where he won three ACB Leagues and two Copa del Rey, and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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California baseball event at WWII-era camp

A baseball event is held on Oct. 26, 2024, at the site of the Manzanar incarceration camp in Independence, California, to raise awareness of the experiences of Japanese Americans interned there during World War II. Four teams from Japanese American baseball leagues in the state played on a field restored to its wartime condition under a U.S. National Park Service project at the historic site in the desert near the Nevada border.

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California baseball event at WWII-era camp

A baseball event is held on Oct. 26, 2024, at the site of the Manzanar incarceration camp in Independence, California, to raise awareness of the experiences of Japanese Americans interned there during World War II. Four teams from Japanese American baseball leagues in the state played on a field restored to its wartime condition under a U.S. National Park Service project at the historic site in the desert near the Nevada border.

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California baseball event at WWII-era camp

A baseball event is held on Oct. 26, 2024, at the site of the Manzanar incarceration camp in Independence, California, to raise awareness of the experiences of Japanese Americans interned there during World War II. Four teams from Japanese American baseball leagues in the state played on a field restored to its wartime condition under a U.S. National Park Service project at the historic site in the desert near the Nevada border.

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Hideo Nomo leaving for U.S.

TOKYO, Japan, Sept. 4 Kyodo - Japnaese pitcher Hideo Nomo arrives at Narita airport, near Tokyo, on Jan. 30, 1995, to leave for the United States to play in the major leagues. (Kyodo)

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Pitcher Hideo Nomo

TOKYO, Japan, Sept. 4 Kyodo - Pitcher Hideo Nomo (R) meets the press with his agent Don Nomura (L) in Tokyo on Jan. 11, 1995, after announcing earlier in the month that he was leaving the Kintetsu Buffaloes to play in the U.S. major leagues. (Kyodo)

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Turkish Football On Hold After Club President Punches Referee

Match referee Halil Umut Meler was assaulted following the Turkish Super Lig clash between Ankaragucu vs. Rizespor in Ankara, Turkey, December 11, 2023. Halil Umut Meler was struck by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca, who ran on to the pitch after his team conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 Super Lig draw with Caykur Rizespor. "The matches in all leagues have been postponed indefinitely," Turkish FA [TFF] chairman Mehmet Buyukeksi said in a news conference. "This attack is a night of shame for Turkish football," he added. Meler received several blows from others as he lay on the turf and suffered injuries including a minor fracture. The incident sparked chaotic scenes involving players and club official. Photo by Abdurrahman Antakyali/Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM