Statement from Beşiktaş regarding Halil Umut Meler!

Beşiktaş has released a flash statement regarding Halil Umut Meler, the referee for their upcoming derby match against Galatasaray.

The statement read: "Halil Umut Meler has been appointed as the referee for our match against Galatasaray in the 28th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig! We believe that Halil Umut Meler and the entire officiating team assigned to this match against Galatasaray, which takes place during the most critical week of the league, will remain unaffected by any off-field speculation or actions contrary to the nature of the beautiful game on the pitch, and will demonstrate fair and equitable officiating."