# Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe derby tensions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/galatasaray-and-fenerbahe-derby-tensions
> Updated: 2026-10-26T19:16:07.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Ahead of the Süper Lig derby, Fenerbahçe technical director İsmail Kartal expressed confidence in his squad, noting specific tactical preparations such as starting Archie as a center-back to counter long balls. 

Following Galatasaray’s 2-1 victory at RAMS Park, the situation escalated into physical violence. A verbal altercation between Kerem Aktürkoğlu and Roland Sallai triggered a widespread brawl involving players, bench staff, and officials from both clubs. Notable physical confrontations included an incident between Arçi Brown and Abdülkerim Bardakcı. Police intervention was required to disperse the fighting. Additionally, Galatasaray made social media posts referencing past interactions between the managers, specifically mentioning a ‘turtleneck sweater’ incident.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Fenerbahçe manager İsmail Kartal discusses Galatasaray derby

Fenerbahçe manager İsmail Kartal expressed confidence ahead of the Galatasaray derby, aiming for a win or at least avoiding defeat.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fenerbahe-manager-ismail-kartal-discusses-galatasaray-derby

### 2026-10-26: Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe players clash in Istanbul derby brawl

Players and staff from Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe engaged in a violent mass brawl at RAMS Park following Galatasaray's 2-1 victory in the Istanbul derby.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/galatasaray-and-fenerbahe-players-clash-after-istanbul-derby

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