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Turkey: Osimhen cleared to face Fenerbahçe in Istanbul derby

Victor Osimhen has been cleared for Sunday’s intercontinental derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe.

Osimhen played with a protective arm brace in Galatasaray’s Turkish Cup defeat to Gençlerbirliği on Wednesday.

Fenerbahçe however filed a formal complaint to the Turkish FA, protesting that the protective gear could be dangerous to opponents.

Their request was however turned down as the brace was medically acquired, and approved after consultations with football authorities.

Galatasaray, and Fenerbahçe battled to a 1-1 draw in their first meeting this season.

Sunday’s clash could decide the Turkish Lig title.

Leaders Galatasaray hold a four-point advantage over nearest rivals Fenerbahçe.

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