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Former MKE Ankaragucu president, who punched Turkish referee Halil Umut Meler, has learnt his fate after football federation decide punishment.

After being arrested for hitting a referee, Faruk Koca has now been given a permanent suspension by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF).

Turkish Super Lig referee Halil Umut Meler has spoken out for the first time since he was punched in the face by Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca.

Referee Halil Umut Meler has left hospital after being treated for an eye fracture sustained when he was punched in the face during a Super Lig game.