Diyarbakırspor Dodges Relegation From Turkcell Süper Lig
Turkcell Super Lig • Author: Mehmet Pozam • Friday, March 19, 2010
The Turkish Football Federation announced its decision to register last weekend's IBBSpor vs. Diyarbakırspor game as a 1-0 victory in favour of the home side. The match was called off with just minutes to go, when spectators rushed onto the pitch after IBBSpor broke the deadlock in the 87th minute. Diyarbakırspor have escaped the ugly fate of relegation, as a second default 3-0 loss would have seen them relegated to Bank Asya 1. Lig.
Güiza May Return to the Starting Lineup Against Gaziantep
News • Author: Nathan Redd • Friday, March 19, 2010
After coming off the bench recently, it appears that Dani Güiza could make a return to the first eleven on Saturday. With Gökhan Ünal dealing with a shoulder injury and Semih Şentürk struggling recently, the Spanish striker may be called upon to lead the Fenerbahçe scoring charge this weekend against Gaziantepspor.
Old Rivals Meet Sunday in Turkcell Süper Lig Clash
Turkcell Super Lig • Author: Nathan Redd • Friday, March 19, 2010
Turkcell Süper Lig Week 26 kicks off Friday night with surging Beşiktaş on the road to face Kasımpaşa in the first match of the weekend. With time running down on the season, the battles at the top and bottom are heating up in league play. The weekend schedule is highlighted by a couple of old rivals meeting Sunday in Trabzon. Here is a look around the league this weekend:
Daum Tells Players to Keep the Faith at Thursday's Practice
News • Author: Nathan Redd • Thursday, March 18, 2010
Fenerbahçe were back on the practice pitch Thursday night at the Can Bartu Training Facilities as the team prepares for Gaziantepspor. Coach Christoph Daum did as much work on the players' psyche as he did their physical conditioning Thursday, telling them they must not give up hope for a league title.
Six Players Absent From Training in Wednesday's Practice
News • Author: Mehmet Pozam • Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Fenerbahçe players continued preparing for this week's Gaziantepspor game with a practice session at Samandıra on Wednesday afternoon. The Yellow Canaries practiced without six players who are currently injured or sick. Manager Christoph Daum motivated his squad on Wednesday, telling them, "As a team, you have very big potential. We can always make new beginnings. This league is not over yet."
Alex: "We Still Have A Shot At Winning The League Title"
News • Author: Mehmet Pozam • Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Yellow Canaries captain Alexsandro de Souza spoke about the team's decaying form in recent games and stated that every player was responsible for all the bad results. Following last weekend's goalless draw with Gençlerbirliği, Alex wrote an editorial on his personal website stating, "We still have a shot at winning the league title, but our hopes are diminishing every week."
Hiddink Says He'll Join Team For American Tour
National Team • Author: Nathan Redd • Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Turkish National Team Coach Guus Hiddink was in Istanbul this week to be formally announced as the new boss of the Milli Takım. After meeting with reporters Monday, Hiddink sat down with Turkey's NTVSpor for an exclusive interview and talked about a number of factors, including when he'll take over the Turkish squad.
TFF Awards Bursaspor Win Following Diyarbakırspor Match
Turkcell Super Lig • Author: Nathan Redd • Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Turkcell Süper Lig has a new leader, and that leader is Bursaspor. The Green Crocs now sit atop the table after a decision from the Turkish Football Federation Tuesday. The TFF have awarded Bursa a 3-0 victory following their cancelled match in week 24 against Diyarbakırspor, and the three points have boosted them to the top of the standings.
Yellow Canaries Resume Preparations With Double Practice
News • Author: Mehmet Pozam • Tuesday, March 16, 2010
After having a one-day break, Fenerbahçe players resumed preparations for their upcoming Gaziantepspor game with a double practice session on Tuesday. The Yellow Canaries pledged to never give up, as coach Christoph Daum reminded his players that their Ziraat Turkish Cup Semi-Final was also round the corner. Several players again were absent through injuries and sickness.
Diyarbakırspor Involved In Yet Another Controversial Decision
Turkcell Super Lig • Author: Nathan Redd • Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Week 25 of the Turkcell Süper Lig saw Beşiktaş make a move toward title contention. Their win Monday night moves them ahead of Fenerbahçe in the table, while Diyarbakırspor found themselves involved in yet another scandal. Here's a look around the league this past weekend:
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