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Super Lig Weekly: Besiktas make serious statement with superb win at Fenerbahce
Tolga Akdeniz · 2 weeks ago
The first Istanbul derby of the season took place on Saturday, as Besiktas laid down a marker with a superb win at Fenerbahce. Meanwhile, Galatasaray and Trabzonspor both claimed victories, but there was some bad injury news for the former.
'Chapters are coming to an end': Emotional Messi retires from international football
Tolga Akdeniz · 3 weeks ago
Argentina legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football in an emotional statement, just over a month after his country's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.
Team of the Weekend: Mbappe in scintillating form as Messi & Fernandes score perfect 10s
Tolga Akdeniz · 3 weeks ago
With the return of the Bundesliga, all of Europe's biggest and best leagues are back up and running, meaning we now have a plethora of options for our newly revamped Team of the Weekend.
Premier League champions Arsenal confirm signing of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes
Tolga Akdeniz · one month ago
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, bringing the Brazilian midfielder to the Emirates Stadium for a reported fee of £75 million.
World Cup Player of the Tournament: Mercurial Messi proves class is permanent
Harry Dunnett & · 2 months ago
Despite just missing out on the Golden Ball, Lionel Messi reminded the football world why he is still an elite player in the twilight of his career after inspiring Argentina to the World Cup final.
Lionel Messi becomes World Cup all-time top goalscorer with strike against Austria
Tolga Akdeniz · 3 months ago
Lionel Messi has become the outright all-time top goalscorer at the World Cup after netting the opener in Argentina's group game against Austria on Monday evening.
EXCLUSIVE: Marcel Desailly on how Chelsea, AC Milan and Marseille can get back on track
Tolga Akdeniz · 3 months ago
One of the best defenders football has seen, Marcel Desailly has a remarkable CV at club level. Having played for some of Europe's biggest clubs and experienced various cultures across Europe, he got his hands on the biggest trophies, including two Champions League titles, two Serie A crowns, and the FA Cup.
EXCLUSIVE: France legend Desailly on their World Cup hopes and how African nations will fare
Tolga Akdeniz · 3 months ago
France head into the World Cup as one of the big favourites, and Marcel Desailly knows a lot about reigning victorious on the grandest of stages. A French legend, Desailly made 116 appearances for his national team, winning the World Cup in 1998 and the European Championships in 2000.
Mikel Arteta's side stand on the brink of becoming Arsenal's greatest-ever team
Tolga Akdeniz · 3 months ago
This Arsenal team have already etched themselves into the history books, becoming the side that ended a 22-year wait for a Premier League title. One of the biggest clubs in the world, dripping in a rich heritage and bundles of glory, Mikel Arteta has made them a powerhouse in world football once more, and they now prepare for a Champions League final against defending champions PSG.
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Owen on why Man Utd are right to appoint Carrick and Liverpool's struggles
Tolga Akdeniz · 4 months ago
Michael Owen was the definition of a teenage prodigy. At 19, he had won two Premier League Golden Boots with Liverpool. He then went on to win the Ballon d'Or at 22, after helping the Reds lift the FA Cup, League Cup and UEFA Cup in a single season. However, injuries plagued him throughout his career while playing for Real Madrid, Newcastle, Manchester United and Stoke City.
Aston Villa win Europa League to lift first trophy since 1996
Tolga Akdeniz · 4 months ago
Aston Villa have won the Europa League, defeating Freiburg 3-0 in Istanbul courtesy of two stunning goals from Youri Tielemans and Emiliano Buendia, and an effort from Morgan Rogers, to capture their first trophy since the League Cup in 1996.
Southampton lose appeal to overturn expulsion from Championship play-off final
Tolga Akdeniz · 4 months ago
Southampton have lost their appeal to overturn their expulsion from the Championship play-off final, meaning Middlesbrough will definitely take their place in Saturday's showpiece event against Hull City after the Saints admitted to spying on rival teams.
Super Lig Weekly: Eyupspor snatch draw at Fenerbahce to avoid relegation, Besiktas in limbo
Tolga Akdeniz · 4 months ago
The battle for survival in the Turkish Super Lig went down to the dying minutes in what was a thrilling battle, with Eyupspor, Gencrlebirgli and Kasimpasa avoiding the drop and Antalyaspor being relegated. Meanwhile, another poor result for Besiktas saw manager Sergen Yalcin leave his post.
Super Lig Weekly: Osimhen and Lang step up as Galatasaray win thriller to clinch 26th title
Tolga Akdeniz · 4 months ago
They made it as hard as possible, but Galatasaray found a way past Antalyaspor in a nail-biter to win their 26th Turkish Super Lig title, as well as their fourth in a row. Meanwhile, Fenerbahce wrapped up second spot, Trabzonspor won at Besiktas, and the incredible relegation race is set to see four teams battle it out on the final day.
Super Lig Weekly: Samsunspor smash Galatasaray to delay title party, Trabzonspor fizzle out
Tolga Akdeniz · 4 months ago
Galatasaray's title celebrations were delayed for at least another week after they suffered a thumping loss at Samsunspor. Meanwhile, Trabzonspor's season continued to fizzle out, allowing an Anderson Talisca-inspired Fenerbahce to close in on second.
EXCLUSIVE: Arda Turan on coaching Shakhtar, playing with Messi & Turkey's World Cup hopes
Tolga Akdeniz · 4 months ago
Shakhtar Donetsk head coach Arda Turan was regarded as one of the finest footballers Turkey have ever produced. After coming through the ranks at Galatasaray and being named club captain at just 21, Turan moved to Spain, where he played an integral role in winning LaLiga titles with both Atletico Madrid and Barcelona. A gorgeous footballer blessed with so much natural ability, he also made 100 appearances for his country, becoming the sixth-most capped player in their history.
Super Lig Weekly: Galatasaray capitalise on another Fenerbahce slip-up ahead of derby clash
Tolga Akdeniz · 5 months ago
It was a massive weekend for Galatasaray at the summit of the Turkish Super Lig as they managed to extend their lead following another Fenerbahce slip-up, with eyes now turning to their decisive - potentially title-sealing - clash this Sunday.
Super Lig Weekly: Trabzonspor and Fenerbahce clinch vital wins on big weekend in title race
Tolga Akdeniz · 5 months ago
The door creaked open once more in the Turkish Super Lig title race, as Trabzonspor defeated Galatasaray, and Fenerbahce edged past Besiktas on a blockbuster weekend of action.
