Turkish Football Federation (TFF) Legal Consultancy referred 11 clubs from the Super League to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK) for various reasons.
On the other hand, it was announced that Beşiktaş Vice President Mete Vardar was referred to the board due to the “unsportsmanlike statements” he made to the press after the Başakşehir match.
Referrals to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board are as follows:
“1- KASIMPAŞA A.Ş. It has been decided to refer the club to PFDK in accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to its “ugly and bad cheer” in the KASIMPAŞA A.Ş.-BELLONA KAYSERİSPOR Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match played on 08.11.2024.
2- Due to ONVO ANTALYASPOR Club’s “action against the instructions” in the ONVO ANTALYASPOR-SİPAY BODRUM FK Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season competition played on 09.11.2024, Article 46 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction and the 2024-2025 Season Super League Competitions Statute were terminated. It was decided to refer it to PFDK in accordance with Article 9/2.
3- ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş. Club’s ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş.-TRABZONSPOR A.Ş. match played on 09.11.2024. It was decided to refer him to the PFDK in accordance with the 53rd article of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to his “ugly and bad cheering” in the Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season competition and in accordance with the 52nd article of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to the “field incidents”.
4- TRABZONSPOR A.Ş. Club’s ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş.-TRABZONSPOR A.Ş. match played on 09.11.2024. It was decided to refer him to the PFDK in accordance with the 53rd article of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to his “ugly and bad cheering” in the Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season competition and in accordance with the 52nd article of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to the “field incidents”.
5- GÖZTEPE A.Ş. In accordance with the 53rd article of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to the club’s “ugly and bad cheering” in the GÖZTEPE A.Ş.-TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match played on 10.11.2024 and due to the “field incidents”. It was decided to refer it to PFDK in accordance with Article 52.
6- In accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR Club’s “ugly and bad cheering” in the GÖZTEPE A.Ş.-TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match played on 10.11.2024 and due to “field events” It was decided to refer him to PFDK in accordance with Article 52 of the Disciplinary Instruction.
7- GALATASARAY A.Ş. Club’s GALATASARAY A.Ş.-SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş. match played on 10.11.2024. It was decided to refer him to PFDK in accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to his “ugly and bad chant” in the Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match.
8- It was decided to refer RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL CLUB to PFDK in accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to its “ugly and bad cheer” in the RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL KULÜBÜ-BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match played on 10.11.2024. has been given.
9-BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş. Club’s referral to PFDK in accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to its “ugly and bad cheering” in the RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL KULÜBÜ-BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match played on 10.11.2024,
BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş. It was decided to refer club manager METE VARDAR to the PFDK without precaution, in accordance with Article 38 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction, due to the “unsportsmanlike statements” he made to the press after the match.
10- FENERBAHÇE A.Ş. It has been decided to refer the club to PFDK in accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction due to its “ugly and bad cheer” in the FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.-NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match played on 10.11.2024.
11- NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR Club’s 40th Football Disciplinary Instruction due to “unsportsmanlike behavior as a team due to the yellow card of 6 players” in the FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.-NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season match played on 10.11.2024. “It has been decided to transfer it to PFDK in accordance with the article.”
The Turkish Football Disciplinary Board: A Comedy of Errors!
Ah, Turkish football! Where the teams are as fierce as the fan chants, and the disciplinary board works harder than a one-legged man in a kicking contest! Just when you thought your Saturday night football binge couldn’t get any more lively, the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) strutted onto the scene, waving the biggest book of disciplinary instructions ever – and boy, did they put it to good use!
Yes, folks, 11 clubs from the Super League have found themselves in front of the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK), and let’s just say, it’s not for their charming personality. We’re talking about “ugly and bad cheering,” which sounds like the worst music festival to ever happen! Move over Glastonbury; the Turkish fans are here to redefine what it means to cheer.
Let’s Break Down the Offenders:
- KASIMPAŞA A.Ş. – Cited for “ugly and bad cheer.” Sounds like a group of disgruntled cats trying to serenade a dog!
- ONVO ANTALYASPOR – For “action against the instructions.” So, it’s not just the players that can disobey; apparently, the whole team can go rogue!
- ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş. & TRABZONSPOR A.Ş. – Both clubs cited for similar offenses! It’s like they were holding a competition to see who could cheer the loudest and worst!
- GÖZTEPE A.Ş. & TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR – Another pair caught in the act of showing “ugly and bad cheer.” It’s a cheer-off gone wrong!
- GALATASARAY A.Ş. – If “ugly and bad chant” were an Olympic sport, they’d be gold medalists!
- RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL CLUB & BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş. – Yet again, cocktails of cheering gone terribly wrong. Are these clubs playing pillow fights or the beautiful game?
- FENERBAHÇE A.Ş. – This club decided to join the “ugly cheer” bandwagon too. Maybe their fans think ‘ugly’ means not washing their jerseys?
- NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR – Cited for having six players in the book of yellow. That’s six too many! Did someone forget to hand out the rulebook?
And let’s not overlook Beşiktaş’s Vice President, Mete Vardar, who also found himself in a bit of hot water for his “unsportsmanlike statements.” I mean, who knew football politics could be so much juicer than a home-cooked Turkish kebab?
What’s the Takeaway?
Folks, it’s clear that the TFF is ready to crack down on any naughty behavior from players and clubs alike. With the disciplinary board firing up the engines, one has to wonder – is this a football league or a soap opera? Because I’m here for the drama!
So whether you’re rooting for your favorite Turkish club, or just enjoying the side show of chanting, bad behavior, and the occasional disciplinary drama, remember this: in football, more often than not, you can’t cheer without hearing a few bad notes. Just make sure those notes don’t get too loud, or you might just find yourself in front of the PFDK!
In conclusion, Turkish football continues to deliver not just thrilling matches, but a delightful spectacle of chaos and confounding craziness! So grab your popcorn, folks, it’s going to be quite the season!
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) Legal Consultancy has officially referred 11 clubs from the Süper Lig to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK) for a range of infractions that violate league regulations, indicating a significant crackdown on unsportsmanlike conduct across the top tier of Turkish football.
In a notable incident, Beşiktaş Vice President Mete Vardar has been called before the board due to his “unsportsmanlike statements” directed at the media following the club’s recent match against Başakşehir, showcasing the federation’s commitment to maintaining a respectful dialogue within the sport.
Referrals to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board are as follows:
“1- KASIMPAŞA A.Ş. has been referred to the PFDK in accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction for engaging in “ugly and bad cheer” during the KASIMPAŞA A.Ş.-BELLONA KAYSERİSPOR match in the Trendyol Super League Şamil Ekinci Season, which took place on 08.11.2024.
3- The ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş. Club has been referred to the PFDK as a result of their fans’ “ugly and bad cheering” in the match against TRABZONSPOR A.Ş. on 09.11.2024, which also saw incidents on the field. This action falls under both Article 53 and Article 52 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
4- Similarly, TRABZONSPOR A.Ş. faced the same referral to the PFDK for “ugly and bad cheering” and field incidents during their match against ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş. on 09.11.2024, citing Articles 53 and 52 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
5- GÖZTEPE A.Ş. has also been referred to the PFDK due to “ugly and bad cheering” and field incidents in the GÖZTEPE A.Ş.-TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR match on 10.11.2024, in accordance with Articles 53 and 52 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
6- TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR, like GÖZTEPE, has been referred to the PFDK for their fans’ “ugly and bad cheering” and related field events during the same match, complying with Article 53 and Article 52 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
7- GALATASARAY A.Ş. has been referred to the PFDK following a match against SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş. on 10.11.2024, with fans reportedly engaging in “ugly and bad chants,” invoking Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
8- RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL CLUB is facing referral to the PFDK for “ugly and bad cheer” during the RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL KULÜBÜ-BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş. match held on 10.11.2024, in breach of Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
9- BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş. has also been referred to the PFDK, citing “ugly and bad cheering” during the RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL KULÜBÜ-BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş. match on 10.11.2024, in accordance with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
10- FENERBAHÇE A.Ş. is under review by the PFDK for “ugly and bad cheer” detected during the FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.-NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR match that was played on 10.11.2024, referencing Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
11- NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR has been referred to the PFDK for “unsportsmanlike behavior as a team” after six of their players received yellow cards in the match against FENERBAHÇE A.Ş. on 10.11.2024. This referral is based on the 40th article of the Football Disciplinary Instruction, highlighting the increased scrutiny on player conduct during games.
FDK due to their fans engaging in “ugly and bad cheering” during their match against TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR on 09.11.2024, in line with Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
6- GALATASARAY A.Ş. has received a referral for their fans’ behavior during a match that reportedly included “ugly and bad chanting,” warranting scrutiny under Article 53 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
7- RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FOOTBALL CLUB and BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş. have faced identical referrals due to “ugly and bad cheering” during their matchup on 10.11.2024, which triggered review under Article 53.
8- FENERBAHÇE A.Ş. was similarly cited for “ugly and bad cheer” in the FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.-NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR match on 10.11.2024, also falling under Article 53.
9- NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR faced disciplinary action for their players’ cumulative “unsportsmanlike behavior,” as evidenced by six yellow cards received during their match against FENERBAHÇE A.Ş. This led to a referral under Article 40 of the Football Disciplinary Instruction.
In Summary:
The TFF has made it clear through these referrals that unsportsmanlike conduct, whether from players, club officials, or fans, will not be taken lightly in Turkish football. As the season progresses, it remains crucial for clubs to instill a sense of sportsmanship and respectful conduct in both their on-field performance and interactions off the pitch. With the PFDK now gearing up for deliberations, the football world awaits to see what ramifications will follow for these clubs and individuals. The balance between passionate support and unsporting behavior is delicate, and it’s clear that this season, the Turkish football scene will be one to keep an eye on!