Two-match ban for Volkan
18 Jun 2008 - 12:42:31
Turkey goalkeeper Demirel Volkan has been handed a two-match ban after receiving a red card in his side's 3-2 victory over the Czech Republic on Sunday.
Turkey booked their place in the quarter-finals with a stunning fightback in the final Group A clash after two late goals from Nihat set-up a meeting with Croatia.
However, Volkan will miss the knockout clash in Vienna on Friday and also a potential semi-final after being dismissed two minutes into stoppage time.
The giant Fenerbahce keeper was sent off after pushing Czech striker Jan Koller to the ground.
Veteran back-up goalkeeper Rustu Recber is expected to deputise for Volkan against Croatia.
Meanwhile, the Turkish Football Association has also been fined 27,190 for the improper conduct of its supporters, players and officials during the match.
Part of the fine relates to Volkan refusing to walk down the tunnel after his dismissal and choosing to sit on the bench.
