Super Cup Great Surprise in Turkey! 4 teams from TFF and unprecedented format approval – Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray may be forced
Ankara, June 2, 2025– There was a development that created a bomb effect in the Turkish football public. Turkish Football Federation (TFF), 2025 Super Cup Organization by signing a historical decision, officially announced an unusual format. The super cup now, not just two teams,Four big teamswill be played with the participation. Moreover, the new format contains quite extraordinary rules for both teams and fans.
Official statement came from TFF
TFF, official website and social media accounts in his announcement, the new system of the Super Cup shared with the public. The following statements took place in the statement:
“As of 2025, our tournament will be played with four teams in order to increase the brand value of Turkish football and bring a new breath to the Super Cup organization.
Who are the teams to participate?
According to the criteria determined by TFF, the following four teams will participate in the Super Cup:
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Super League Champion: Galatasaray
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Türkiye Cup Champion: Fenerbahce
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Super League Second: Trabzonspor
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Türkiye Cup finalist: Beşiktaş
The main purpose of the establishment of this quadruple structure is to bring together the four major teams of Turkey in the same organization and to provide a high -level football feast to pre -season football fans.
Format is unusual
According to the new format, the tournament will work as follows:
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Semi -final matches will be played in one match, neutral fields.
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If the matches result in equality at the end of the normal time, the penalty shots will be switched directly without extension.
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The final will be played abroad and a karma show match between the teams 1 day before the match will be held.
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Teams in every matchHe has to play at least 2 U21 players in the top 11will be.
This point is especiallyIt is a big problem for Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray. The limited options of the two giant clubs in the U21 rotation can leave technical teams in a difficult position.
The reactions were not delayed
This decision of TFF has aroused a great impact in the football world. Especially on social media football fans were divided into two. Some found this change in the name of modern football, while others reacted harshly to the deterioration of the traditional structure.
“Young Canary”, one of the Fenerbahce fans groups, made the following statement from his social media account:
“Creating a trial board before the season under the name of the Super Cup is contrary to the spirit of football.
The Galatasaray Front has not yet made an official statement, but according to information received from the sources close to the club, coach Okan Buruk“Such changes directly affect season planning”in the form of commenting.
Trabzonspor and Beşiktaş satisfied
Trabzonspor and Besiktas on the side of satisfaction prevails. In particular, the fact that these two teams are more flexible in giving more time to young players can make the format more advantageous for them.
Önder Karaveli, Besiktas infrastructure manager, said in a statement about the new format,
“An important decision in terms of showcase young players. Super Cup is not only a cup, but a showcase match now”
He said.
Where will the organization be?
The final matchPlaying in Saudi Arabia or United Arab Emirateson the agenda. TFF officials emphasize the option abroad in order to increase international broadcast income and brand value. However, this decision caused controversy. Most of the fans argue that an important organization such as Super Cup should be played in Turkey.
When will the new super cup start?
New Format Super Cup Organization,In the last week of Augustwill start. According to the calendar of the TFF semi-final matches will be played on August 25-26, the final match will be held on August 30.
In conclusion…
Turkish football is once again out of the usual. The bold decision of the TFF is applauded by some segments, while others are heavily criticized. However, there is one thing that is certain: the 2025 Super Cup organization will be discussed not only with the competition in the field, but also with its structure!
