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On 21 May 1923, the Turkish Football Federation is founded, and Türkiye becomes FIFA’s 26th member. In the same year, the Turkish National Team plays its first match in the jersey bearing the crescent and star. Three days later, on 29 October, the Republic is proclaimed. Of course, the history of football in our lands is older, but officially it is the same age as our Republic…
The heroes of this book are not only footballers; they are administrators, referees, coaches, and extraordinary people who devoted their hearts to football… In the 100th year of the Republic, “100 Icons of Turkish Football” is a tribute to our sporting history and the values it represents.
From Baba Gündüz to Turgay Şeren, from Lefter to the “Uncrowned King” Metin Oktay, from legendary president Süleyman Seba to referee Lale Orta, from the “Black Sea Storm” Şenol Güneş to the “Emperor” Fatih Terim, from Tanju Çolak to Şifo Mehmet and Burak Yılmaz… This book features the stories of 100 figures who, through their achievements, wrote their names in golden letters in Turkish football…
Our history of Turkish football is like a film that will never end, with legendary figures in the leading roles. Your seats in the front rows are ready. You are invited…