Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, has called for action after Trabzonspor supporters invaded the pitch and clashed with Fenerbahce players on Sunday night.
Fenerbahce were celebrating their 3-2 win - secured thanks to an 87th-minute Michy Batshuayi goal - on the pitch when home supporters charged towards the visiting players. Batshuayi was seen kicking out towards an invading fan, while Bright Osayi-Samuel appeared to swing a fist at another supporter. Images showed one of the fans entering the pitch and appearing to attempt to use the corner flag as a weapon.
'I have said it before and I will say it again - without exception, in football, all players have to be safe and secure to play the game which brings such joy to so many people all over the world. 'I call on the relevant authorities to ensure that this is respected at all levels and for the perpetrators of the shocking events in Trabzon to be held accountable for their actions.
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