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Jose Mourinho took charge of Fenerbahce in June Galatasaray have accused Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho of "physically attacking" their manager Okan Buruk after he appeared to grab his nose following a fiery derby in the Turkish Cup. The incident occurred after the final whistle at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium, when both managers were interacting with the match officials in the centre circle. Mourinho approached Buruk from behind and appeared to pinch his nose, causing the Galatasaray manager to fall to the floor with his hands covering his face. "Our manager Okan and Mourinho congratulated the referees. After that, while Okan was continuing, Mourinho first verbally and then physically attacked him, " Galatasaray's vice-president Metin Ozturk said. "Where else in the world can he do this? What does he think of Turkey? "I believe that Fenerbahce's management will impose the necessary sanction before the federation does. " Galatasaray won the Turkish Cup quarter-final tie 2-1 with Victor Osimhen scoring twice for the visitors. BBC Sport has contacted Fenerbahce for a response. Buruk, who enjoyed two spells at Galatasaray as a player before returning as manager in 2022, played down the incident at his post-match news conference. "There was nothing between me and Mourinho, " Buruk said. "He pinched my nose from behind. There was a slight scratch. Of course, it wasn't a very nice or elegant thing to do. "We expect managers to behave more appropriately in such situations. I won't exaggerate this issue, but it wasn't a classy move. " Fenerbahce substitute Mert Yandas and Galatasaray substitutes Kerem Demirbay and Baris Yilmaz were shown red cards for their part in a melee between the two benches during stoppage time. Following a goalless draw between the two clubs in the Turkish Super Lig in February, Galatasaray said they would "initiate criminal proceedings" against Mourinho after claiming he made "racist statements". The Turkish Football Federation also handed Mourinho a four-game ban and a fine of £35, 194 for two separate disciplinary matters. Mourinho responded by launching a lawsuit against Galatasaray "due to the attack on the personal rights" of the Portuguese. Buruk fell to the floor after the incident Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Get football news sent straight to your phone Liverpool edge closer to title with narrow win over Everton Mourinho accused of 'physically attacking' Galatasaray boss 'That was for you, Keelan' - Grealish dedicates goal to late brother The inside story of Twitter's growth and difficulties What might lawn mowers look like in decades to come? A unique peek into Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash's life The historic handshake in space in July 1975 Was this the best free-kick in Premier League history? Video Was this the best free-kick in Premier League history? Almost a saviour - is makeshift striker Maguire sign of Man Utd struggles? 'A special player' - resurgent Elanga has Forest dreaming The world-leading British amateur chasing repeat win at Augusta What would be a good season for Tsunoda at Red Bull? Five things to look for in Champions Cup last 16 The next Neymar & 43-year-old strikers - Copa Libertadores set to begin 'LIV dozen will provide extra challenge to Mc Ilroy's Augusta ambitions' 'I know why Real appeal to Alexander-Arnold - I was tempted too' 'Dibling is the antidote to robotic, structured & predictable football' How could a goalkeeper save Rashford's penalty? - MOTD analysis. Video How could a goalkeeper save Rashford's penalty? - MOTD analysis Fear & Gibson - the best friends who keep rivals close FA Cup 'sparkle' returns - will there be a 'fairytale ending'? Life on the edge - GB freerider Bramwell chases Olympic dream Another milestone - but when could Kane win first trophy? 'Pressure is a privilege' for 'world class' Kildunne What were the biggest moves of NFL free agency? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.