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Turkish Football Faces Betting Scandal: 448 Officials Suspended

October 2, 2026Diego Herrera1 мин

Turkish football is embroiled in another betting scandal, impacting club executives and referees. The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has provisionally suspended 448 current and former club officials. Among those suspended are Trabzonspor President Ertugrul Dogan and Besiktas Vice President Hakan Daltaban.

The Federation alleges these individuals placed bets while serving in official capacities over the past five years. Local media reports indicate 171 of the suspended individuals held positions within Super Lig clubs.

English Translation:

Turkish football is caught in another betting scandal involving executives and referees. The national Football Federation (TFF) has provisionally suspended 448 officials and former officials from clubs, including prominent figures like Trabzonspor President Ertugrul Dogan and Besiktas Vice President Hakan Daltaban. The Federation's accusation is that they placed bets during their tenure as officials, over the last five years. Local media mentions 171 individuals who held roles in Super Lig clubs.