League matches Turkey have been suspended indefinitely by its football association after Ankaragucu club president Faruk Koca punched a referee at the end of a Super Lig match on Monday night.

Sky Sports reports that Koca ran onto the pitch and struck official Halil Umut Meler after their game against Rizespor.

Ankaragucu had conceded a 97th-minute equaliser, ensuring Rizespor would stay four points clear of their hosts after the 1-1 draw.

Angry Ankaragucu fans invaded the pitch after the game and Meler was also kicked when he fell, though it was unclear who his assailants were.

The referee eventually made it to the dressing room with the help of the police.

In a statement released several hours after full-time, the Turkish Football Federation said it condemned the “inhumane and despicable” attack on the official.

“We are following Halil Umut Meler’s health condition closely and wish a speedy recovery

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