Football / Soccer
Olympic SportPopular in TürkiyeTeam SportsFootball (soccer) is a global sport in which two teams of 11 try to get the ball into the opposing goal. Children start at ages 5–7 with play-based training on a small pitch. Technical skill, tactical thinking and team spirit develop together. It is the sport with the most extensive youth development network in Turkey.
Football / Soccer Videos
Technique guides and training videos
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Football Training Drills — 14 Different Drills
Training sets covering technique, passing and endurance work
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10 Moves to Improve Your Technique at Home
Basic moves for improving your football ball skills at home
Football / Soccer News
National football team top of the table in the European Championship qualifiers
Türkiye's senior national football team got the better of its rivals in Group H of the 2026 World Cup European qualifiers and took the top spot in the group. Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Arda Güler carried the team with their performances.
The 2025-2026 Süper Lig season kicks off: wins for Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray
The first week of Türkiye's 2025-2026 Süper Lig season is complete. Fenerbahçe won 3-1 away, while Galatasaray won 2-0 at home. Trabzonspor and Beşiktaş also started with victories.
Arda Güler continues to shine in the Real Madrid squad
Arda Güler, who is continuing his La Liga career with great success in a Real Madrid shirt, has also delivered for the national team and become the pride of Turkish football. The young star has scored 12 goals in La Liga this season.
U21 national team raises hopes in the European Championship
Türkiye's U21 national football team won 3 games in a row in the 2025 UEFA European Championship qualifiers, moving confidently toward the finals. The young players are taking the field to make history.
Football / Soccer Schools
See all →Galatasaray Futbol Okulu
İstanbul · Florya
₺2,000–4,000/month
Ankaragücü Futbol Altyapı Akademisi
Ankara · Yenimahalle
₺1,000–2,500/month
Bursaspor Futbol Akademisi
Bursa · Osmangazi
₺900–2,000/month
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