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Icardi Twice Denied From the Spot After VAR Retake as Galatasaray Win Turkish Cup Tie

The Argentine later provided an assist in a 2-1 away victory that kept Galatasaray top of their cup group.

Overview

  • VAR flagged encroachment on Icardi’s first penalty, and Fethiyespor goalkeeper Arda Akbulut saved both attempts.
  • The group-stage match in Fethiye was level at halftime after the double save preserved a 0-0 score.
  • Galatasaray scored twice after the break and Icardi delivered the cross for a headed finish that made it 2-0.
  • Fethiyespor pulled one back in the 90th minute to narrow the final margin to 2-1.
  • Post-match details included Icardi congratulating Akbulut and signing shirts, with reports noting his season tally at 10 goals and two assists in 25 games.