Author: Kelvin Ndunga
The name says it all – Galatasaray, the Palace of Galata. If that’s not royalty, what is? The Lions roared in gold on Sunday, dominating Kayserispor 3-0 before a thunderous crowd at RAMS Park to secure their record-breaking 25th Süper Lig title. Along with the trophy came the fifth star – a historic coronation unmatched by any other Turkish club Under Okan Buruk, who has recently inked a contract extension until 2027, the Lions have successfully defended their league title for the second time. Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk celebrates after the team’s record 25th Süper Lig title win at the…
When Hansi Flick touched down in Catalonia in the summer of 2024, FC Barcelona was at a breaking point. The club was battered by a trophyless season, marred by tactical uncertainty, fragile player confidence and the weight of financial chaos. Xavi Hernandez, once hailed as the man to return the club to its roots, had stepped down, leaving behind a fragmented squad unsure of its identity. Yet, in just under 12 months, Flick orchestrated one of the most astonishing revivals in modern football – steering Barcelona to a domestic treble and taking them to the Champions League semifinals. Orderless locker…
When Hansi Flick touched down in Catalonia in the summer of 2024, FC Barcelona was at a breaking point. The club was battered by a trophyless season, marred by tactical uncertainty, fragile player confidence and the weight of financial chaos. Xavi Hernandez, once hailed as the man to return the club to its roots, had stepped down, leaving behind a fragmented squad unsure of its identity. Yet, in just under 12 months, Flick orchestrated one of the most astonishing revivals in modern football – steering Barcelona to a domestic treble and taking them to the Champions League semifinals. Orderless locker…
As Istanbul gears up to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, on Thursday, the city isn’t just making headlines as a diplomatic mediator – it’s staking its claim as a future capital of global sport. The summit, aiming to halt a war that has shaken the continent since February 2022, carries implications far beyond politics. For Istanbul, it’s a chance to flex its muscles on the international stage – not just as a peacemaker, but as a world-class sporting hub. Sporting sanctions In the war’s immediate aftermath, Russia’s isolation from international sports was swift. FIFA, UEFA, the IOC, and…
In Zimbabwe, there’s a saying: “Moto wemapepa,” which simply translates to “paper flames.” They blaze fast, burn bright and die out before the firewood even catches. Turkish football, particularly the Süper Lig, has become the embodiment of that proverb – short-lived sparks of excitement, fleeting flashes of promise and a chronic addiction to big names without long-term thinking. Few leagues have embraced this kind of short-termism quite like Türkiye’s top flight. Even before the recent influx of aging European stars, Türkiye had already rolled out the red carpet for some of football’s biggest names – most arriving at the twilight…
In Zimbabwe, there’s a saying: “Moto wemapepa,” which simply translates to “paper flames.” They blaze fast, burn bright and die out before the firewood even catches. Turkish football, particularly the Süper Lig, has become the embodiment of that proverb – short-lived sparks of excitement, fleeting flashes of promise and a chronic addiction to big names without long-term thinking. Few leagues have embraced this kind of short-termism quite like Türkiye’s top flight. Even before the recent influx of aging European stars, Türkiye had already rolled out the red carpet for some of football’s biggest names – most arriving at the twilight…
In Zimbabwe, there’s a saying: “Moto wemapepa,” which simply translates to “paper flames.” They blaze fast, burn bright and die out before the firewood even catches. Turkish football, particularly the Süper Lig, has become the embodiment of that proverb – short-lived sparks of excitement, fleeting flashes of promise and a chronic addiction to big names without long-term thinking. Few leagues have embraced this kind of short-termism quite like Türkiye’s top flight. Even before the recent influx of aging European stars, Türkiye had already rolled out the red carpet for some of football’s biggest names – most arriving at the twilight…
In Zimbabwe, there’s a saying: “Moto wemapepa,” which simply translates to “paper flames.” They blaze fast, burn bright and die out before the firewood even catches. Turkish football, particularly the Süper Lig, has become the embodiment of that proverb – short-lived sparks of excitement, fleeting flashes of promise and a chronic addiction to big names without long-term thinking. Few leagues have embraced this kind of short-termism quite like Türkiye’s top flight. Even before the recent influx of aging European stars, Türkiye had already rolled out the red carpet for some of football’s biggest names – most arriving at the twilight…
It’s one of those never-ending debates that stirs passion across the country and beyond. Ask any Turkish football fan, and you’ll likely get a fiercely loyal, deeply emotional answer. Some swear by Galatasaray, others live and breathe the yellow and blue colors of Fenerbahçe. But today, we’re setting out to settle this age-old rivalry with facts, not feelings. Well, numbers don’t lie, or do they? To begin with, it’s important to acknowledge that this is essentially a two-horse race. Though clubs like Beşiktaş and Trabzonspor – the Black Sea Storm – boast proud histories, only Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe tower above…
It’s one of those never-ending debates that stirs passion across the country and beyond. Ask any Turkish football fan, and you’ll likely get a fiercely loyal, deeply emotional answer. Some swear by Galatasaray, others live and breathe the yellow and blue colors of Fenerbahçe. But today, we’re setting out to settle this age-old rivalry with facts, not feelings. Well, numbers don’t lie, or do they? To begin with, it’s important to acknowledge that this is essentially a two-horse race. Though clubs like Beşiktaş and Trabzonspor – the Black Sea Storm – boast proud histories, only Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe tower above…