Ahead of their scheduled fixture, Fenerbahçe has reportedly raised an official objection to the protective face mask used by Victor Osimhen.
The club alleges that the equipment may pose a safety threat to other players during physical duels on the pitch.Osimhen has consistently worn the mask since recovering from a serious facial injury sustained in late 2021.
The specially designed gear has received approval from relevant football authorities and has been permitted in both league and continental competitions.
It remains critical to protecting the striker from further injury while allowing him to play.Competition officials are expected to assess the complaint against current regulations governing protective equipment.
Any ruling will be communicated before the match, as attention turns to balancing player safety with established rules of the game.
