 "Turkish Super Cup Game Postponed Due to Dispute Over Ataturk Tribute Shirt")
Game was postponed because clubs were unable to wear a shirt with President Ataturk to celebrate 100 years since the founding of the Republic of Turkey
There are new developments regarding the cancellation of the Turkish Super Cup. The game, which was supposed to be played last Friday, did not take place because the clubs were not allowed to have a tribute to Ataturk, the first president of the Republic of Turkey, founded 100 years ago, on their shirts.
news-item-description ellipsis-2-line">Duel that would pit Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray canceled for political reasons
This Saturday, Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe were accused of breaking their word. In a statement on the social network The message also denies that the Turkish anthem would not be played and the Turkish flag would be shown, «out of appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s relationship with the Republic of Turkey».
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has also spoken out, supporting the Saudi side. In an official note, the Turkish head of state argues that the presentation of the message paying homage to the founder of Turkey was not part of the initial agreement.
There is still no response from the clubs to the statement. A new date for competing for the trophy was also not presented.
2023-12-30 21:20:00
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