Osijek

The city of Osijek recently hosted a U21 European Championship qualifying match between Turkey and Croatia. The match gained notoriety due to an incident involving the Turkish U21 national team coach, Egemen Korkmaz. Korkmaz reportedly lost consciousness following a heated dispute with the referee after a red card was issued to one of his players in the 34th minute. Initial reports suggested he collapsed while removing his jacket in frustration, with the Turkish federation later stating he slipped and hit his head. Medical personnel provided immediate on-field treatment, and he was subsequently transported to a hospital. The incident caused a two-hour suspension of the game. The event highlights the intensity and pressure surrounding international football competitions and the potential for unexpected medical emergencies to disrupt proceedings.