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The Digest:

Turkish Super Lig side Fenerbahçe has reportedly filed a complaint against Galatasaray over Victor Osimhen's use of a protective mask, claiming it poses a danger to opposing players. Osimhen returned to action on Wednesday night after over a month out with an arm injury, featuring for 13 minutes in Galatasaray's cup defeat. The Nigerian striker has worn a protective mask since sustaining serious facial injuries while playing for Napoli in 2021, which required titanium plates and 18 screws.

Key Points:
  • Osimhen clashed heads with Inter Milan's Milan Skriniar, fracturing his cheekbone and eye socket.
  • He was sidelined for three months after surgery.
  • Fenerbahçe's medical team is preparing a report on materials allowed under IFAB rules.
  • Galatasaray leads the Super Lig with 71 points, four ahead of Fenerbahçe.
  • Sunday's derby could be a title decider with four matches remaining.
The Turkish Football Federation will decide whether Osimhen can wear the mask in Sunday's crucial derby.

Sources: Punch Newspaper