Bright Osayi-Samuel has spoken out in defense of his actions following the altercation with Trabzonspor fans at the end of the Turkish Super Lig clash between his club, Fenerbahce, and Trabzonspor.
After Fenerbahce secured a 3-2 victory, some Trabzonspor fans invaded the pitch, prompting Osayi-Samuel to engage in a scuffle in defense of himself and his teammates.
His actions have sparked a debate, with opinions divided on whether his response was justified. It remains to be seen whether the Turkish Football Federation will take any disciplinary action against him.
“Some people argue that what I did was not an act of self-defense. But when faced with someone wielding a knife, how can it not be self-defense? They invaded the field from the stands.
“I felt compelled to protect my team and my friends. Many of my teammates sustained injuries during the incident.
“I find it difficult to comprehend how such events can occur on a football field, Osayi-Samuel stated in an interview with Bein Sports.”