Ghana international Alexander Djiku faced an early exit on Sunday as Fenerbahçe secured an away victory against Galatasaray in the Turkish Super Lig.
The Black Stars defender was sent off before halftime in the week 37 clash at RAMS Park. Djiku received two yellow cards within the first 21 minutes of the match, resulting in his dismissal by the center referee.
His first booking came at the twelve-minute mark, and he received a second caution in the 21st minute, leading to the red card. Despite being reduced to ten men, Fenerbahçe managed to secure a victory against Galatasaray.
Turkey international Çağlar Söyüncü emerged as the hero by scoring the match-winner in the 71st minute, helping Fenerbahçe close the gap in the title race. They are now three points behind league leaders Galatasaray with one game remaining in the campaign.
Djiku is expected to miss Fenerbahçe’s final league game of the season against Istanbulspor next weekend. The 29-year-old Ghanaian defender has made 24 appearances in the Turkish Super Lig this season, scoring three goals and providing two assists.
He is anticipated to be part of the Black Stars squad for the 2026 World Cup qualification games against Mali and the Central African Republic next month.
