Fan tension in Yalova: Allegations that 3 people were detained
While Fenerbahçe's EuroLeague victory was celebrated with enthusiasm across the country, incidents involving Galatasaray flags—the Super Lig champions—in Yalova cast a shadow over the celebrations. It is alleged that three people have been detained.
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The Fenerbahçe Men's Basketball Team's 81-70 victory over Monaco in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague final was met with great joy among the yellow-and-navy fans. Bringing the most prestigious trophy in Europe to Turkey, Fenerbahçe supporters began celebrations across the country.
FLAG CRISIS IN YALOVA
In Yalova, Fenerbahçe fans who took to the streets at night celebrated the championship with anthems, chants, and flares. However, tension was added to the enthusiastic moments. As the celebrations progressed, some fans interfered with the Galatasaray flags that had been hung across the city following the Super Lig championship.
GALATASARAY FLAGS TORN DOWN
Galatasaray flags hung in various parts of the city were torn down by individuals whose identities have not yet been determined. The moments when the flags were ripped from their places and thrown to the ground were recorded by citizens in the area using mobile phone cameras.
'THEY WERE DETAINED' ALLEGATION
Following the events, the tension that occurred in the city also became a topic of discussion on social media. It is alleged that 3 Fenerbahçe fans, who were claimed to have attacked and torn down Galatasaray flags hanging on the streets of Yalova while celebrating the EuroLeague championship and caused damage to the surroundings, have been detained.