Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri helped Fenerbahçe secure three crucial points in their match against Çaykur Rizespor with a decisive goal. However, his goal celebration came at a cost. After scoring a header in the 89th minute, the 27-year-old forward was shown a yellow card for removing his shirt during the celebration, resulting in a suspension for the next match.
En-Nesyri is in exceptional form, having scored in 6 of the last 7 matches. During this period, he celebrated 10 goals, bringing his total to 13 goals in the Süper Lig. He also has 4 goals in the UEFA Europa League, making him one of Fenerbahçe’s most important offensive weapons.
However, the yellow card he received against Rizespor means he will miss Fenerbahçe’s crucial match against Alanyaspor, which could play a key role in the title race. The striker had previously been booked in matches against Galatasaray, Eyüpspor, and Göztepe, which ultimately led to this suspension.
In comments collected by BBO Sports, José Mourinho reacted to the situation:
“En-Nesyri was very sad about being suspended after taking off his shirt. I told him not to be sad, and that if I were in his place, out of frustration, I would have even taken off my pants.”
Despite the suspension, En-Nesyri continues to be a key figure in Fenerbahçe’s attack, and his impressive form remains a valuable asset for the team.
