Tag: Istanbul


Istanbul looks to future as Sports City

Erdoğan wants to transform Istanbul into a sport capital

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has pledged to transform Istanbul into the “capital of sports” to rival major cities such as Barcelona, Los Angeles, and London. Hurriyet Daily News said Erdoğan made the comments as he was opening a major new basketball hub in Turkey’s largest... » Read more


Istanbul promises éclat 2027 European Games

European Games 2027 awarded to Istanbul

The European Olympic Committees (EOCs) Executive Committee (ExCom) at a meeting held recently unanimously awarded the fourth edition of the European Games in 2027 to Istanbul (Turkey). ‘ETTU’ stated that the carefully-considered decision was taken after the EOC Sport Director, Peter BRÜLL,... » Read more


Fans left high ‘n’ dry at UEFA show in Turkey

Again chaos for fans at Champions League Final

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) are facing more pressure about their ability to stage major events, as another Champions League final descended into “dangerous” chaos, and supporters complained that the situation again put their safety at risk. ‘INDEPENDENT’ stated that... » Read more


Turkey club Galatasaray home capacity rise

Galatasaray Stadium to increase capacity

The Turkish professional football club Galatasaray S.K. Board Member Bora Bahçetepe stated that plans have been drawn out to increase the capacity of the Galatasaray residence – the Nef Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey. ‘SPOR ARENA’ stated that the greater scheme of things also include the... » Read more


Istanbul gets mammoth esports arena

Turkey Esports Arena

The largest esports arena in Europe and Middle East region – Ininal Esports Arena – opened recently in Istanbul, Turkey. The venue boasts the ability to stage tournaments with 100 players on the same stage and covers 3,800m2 and can fit in 1,600 people. Ininal Esports Arena, which gathers... » Read more


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