Trossard's incident becomes a talking point in the global sports press: The referee didn't even show a card...
The challenge on Leandro Trossard during the match where Beşiktaş was defeated 1-0 by Alanyaspor has sparked controversy. The incident, for which referee Adnan Deniz Kayatepe did not issue a card, has resonated widely not only in Turkey but also in the global sports community, with the Belgian footballer stating that VAR should have intervened.
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In the match where Beşiktaş left the field with a 1-0 defeat away to Alanyaspor in the second week of the Süper Lig, the challenge made on Leandro Trossard during the game became a major talking point. After a harsh move by Aliti, who plays for the home team, referee Adnan Deniz Kayatepe allowed play to continue and did not show any card.
Different positions, different seasons, different names, the decisions are always the same! pic.twitter.com/0HsggxkWC2
— Beşiktaş JK (@Besiktas) August 23, 2026
Speaking about the incident after the match, Leandro Trossard argued that the VAR system should have intervened. The Belgian footballer stated, "If VAR is present, the decision should have clearly changed; in my opinion, the opponent slapped me. It was a clear red card. The decision needed to be changed."
Trossard remaining on the ground after the incident and the referee not changing his decision drew significant backlash. The intervention in question quickly became a subject of debate not only in Turkey but also in the international football community.
In the assessments made regarding the incident, comments were made that Trossard was punched and yet no card was shown. These events caused the referee's decision and the failure of VAR to intervene to become one of the most discussed topics following the match.
Here are the posts made regarding the incident that left its mark on last night...
