Kurdish Club Amedspor Shakes Up Turkish Football After Decade Of Suppression

Al Jazeera · world

Ten years after facing fines and bans during conflict in Diyarbakir, Kurdish club Amedspor is now second in Turkey's Super Lig. The team, a symbol of Kurdish identity, has achieved unexpected success after successive promotions. An experienced coach, a strong squad including striker Gift Orban, and passionate home crowds are key factors. A softening political climate has also allowed Amedspor to compete under fairer conditions, making their matches a barometer for societal acceptance.

कुर्दिश क्लब अमेडस्पोर ने दमन के एक दशक बाद तुर्की फुटबॉल में हलचल मचाई