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Fenerbahçe seal victory in a tense clash with Besiktas in the dying moments

Besiktas vs Galatasaray: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Super Lig match between Besiktas and Galatasaray, as well as kick-off time and team news

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Man Utd agree deal with Turkish giants to sell goalkeeper

Manchester United are reportedly ready to sanction the departure of Altay Bayindir this summer as the club continue their aggressive strategy to streamline the first-team squad. The Turkish international, who arrived at Old Trafford with high hopes of challenging for the number one spot, is set to return to his homeland after struggling to break into Michael Carrick’s starting XI. According to the latest reports coming out of Turkey, the Red Devils have reached a formal agreement with Super Lig giants Besiktas to offload the goalkeeper in the upcoming transfer window, marking a significant step in United's mission to reduce their bloated wage bill and recoup funds for future reinforcements.

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Ex-Chelsea star set for shock Premier League return with Aston Villa

Unai Emery's side are set to dip into the transfer window to sign a replacement for Donyell Malen. The Dutch star is heading to Serie A to join Roma after just a year in the West Midlands. Aston Villa are hoping to replace Malen by making a shock move for a former Chelsea and AC Milan star and are willing to offer a long-term contract at Villa Park.

Fenerbahce v Besiktas - Turkish Super League

Rafa Silva ends Besiktas standoff after FIFA threat

Rafa Silva has backed down from his intention to leave Besiktas and returned to training after the Turkish club threatened to report him to FIFA for unauthorised absence. The Portuguese forward, who had been complaining of pain despite clean medical scans, cited "family problems" rather than financial issues as the reason for his actions, admitting his "head was a mess".

Sancho holds transfer talks with three Turkish clubs

Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho has reportedly held transfer talks with three Turkish clubs amid his latest underwhelming loan spell. Sancho was included in Ruben Amorim's bomb squad in the summer before he secured a loan move to Aston Villa. However, he has struggled for minutes under Unai Emery and is already thought to be contemplating another change of scenery.

TFF rocked by massive betting scandal as over 1,000 players suspended

Turkish football has been thrown into turmoil after the nation's football federation confirmed that over 1,000 players and 149 referees are under investigation for involvement in football betting. The scandal has led to emergency suspensions, fixture delays and arrests, raising serious concerns about integrity across the country’s leagues.

Oxlade-Chamberlain reveals contract offers after Arsenal return

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who is back training with Arsenal after becoming a free agent, claims to have turned down offers from a number of clubs. The 35-time England international has returned to his homeland after being released by Turkish side Besiktas. He is prepared to be patient while seeking fresh terms, with the midfielder making it clear where his next port of call will be.

Why free agent Oxlade-Chamberlain has returned to Arsenal

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has returned to Arsenal after eight years and has been spotted training with the club's Under-21 side. Oxlade-Chamberlain left the Gunners in 2017 to join Premier League rivals Liverpool, where he spent six years before heading to Besiktas in Turkey. This summer, the versatile midfielder mutually terminated his contract to become a free agent.

Fenerbahce SK v Antalyaspor - Trendyol Süper Lig

Ex-Man City keeper Ederson pelted with missiles

Former Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson endured a hostile welcome to Istanbul’s fiercest football rivalry, pelted with objects by Besiktas fans during Fenerbahce’s fiery 3-2 derby win. The Brazilian, who left City after eight years and six Premier League titles, responded with calm defiance as he posted a thumbs-up photo after the match, symbolising both resilience and victory in one of Europe’s most volatile derbies.

Brits Abroad: Bellingham & McTominay step up vs title rivals

GOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave their home comforts in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

Laporte offered Al-Nassr escape route by Turkish giants

Aymeric Laporte’s dream return to Athletic Club fell apart over paperwork, but Besiktas are now set to hand him an Al-Nassr escape route.

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Revealed: Arsenal's stance on Trossard exit amid Besiktas links

Arsenal have revealed their stance on selling Leandro Trossard amid strong links with Besiktas. The Belgian midfielder joined the Gunners in 2023 from Brighton and last month, he signed a new contract extension that will keep him at the Emirates Stadium until the summer of 2027. Trossard had earlier attracted interest from Fenerbahce when Jose Mourinho was still in charge of the club.

Ten Hag sacking ends awful week for ex-Man Utd bosses

Three former Red Devils coaches have now been fired in the space of a few days amid what was another wild week around the continent

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'Silence was enough' - Oxlade-Chamberlain opens up on Liverpool exit

Former Premier League star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has opened up on his disappointing departure from Liverpool.

Solskjaer sacked after Besiktas crash out of Conference League

Former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been relieved of his duties as Besiktas manager after the Turkish Super Lig giants crashed out of the Conference League play-offs. The Norwegian coach, who joined Besiktas in January this year, arrived on a one-and-a-half year deal but lasted only eight months in the role.

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Besiktas v St Patricks - UEFA Conference League 2025/26 Third Qualifying Round Second Leg

Besiktas vs Lausanne: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Conference League Qualification match between Besiktas and Lausanne, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Sancho considers ENDING European career amid Saweetie romance

Manchester United's Jadon Sancho is reportedly considering ending his career in Europe amid his rumoured relationship with American rapper Saweetie.

Lausanne vs Besiktas: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Conference League Qualification match between Lausanne and Besiktas, as well as kick-off time and team news.

St Patrick's v Besiktas - UEFA Conference League Second Qualifying Round Second Leg

Besiktas vs St. Patrick's Athletic: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Conference League Qualification match between Besiktas and St. Patrick's Athletic, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Aston Villa v AS Roma - Pre-Season Friendly

Aston Villa and Roma open Bailey talks

Roma have turned their attention to Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey, opening talks as they face competition from Turkey and clubs in Saudi Arabia.

Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United - Premier League

Man Utd could be forced to loan Sancho out again

Manchester United, who are looking to sell out-of-favour winger Jadon Sancho, could be forced to send him out on loan once again despite interest from Turkish giants Besiktas. United want a permanent solution for Sancho as he is into the final year of his contract, although the Premier League side have an option to extend the deal by a year.

Greenwood to lose compatriot? Marseille could sell English star

Mason Greenwood may be about to lose a compatriot at Marseille, with England U21 star Jonathan Rowe seeing a summer transfer mooted.

Besiktas agree €9.5m deal for Leicester midfielder

Under-pressure Besiktas boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has secured a key signing, with Wilfred Ndidi set to arrive from Leicester City.

Besiktas v Goztepe - Ziraat Turkish Cup - Quarter Final

Solskjaer on the brink? Besiktas already lining up replacement

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s tenure at Besiktas is reportedly on shaky ground, with mounting pressure from within the club possibly leading to an early dismissal. Despite being appointed only in January 2025, the Norwegian manager is believed to be on the verge of being replaced as the Turkish giants reassess their managerial direction.

Emerson to link up with ex-Man Utd boss in summer transfer

Out-of-favour AC Milan defender Emerson Royal is poised for a move to Turkey, with Besiktas preparing a loan offer with an option to buy.

Frequently asked questions

Bologna Football Club è stato fondato nel 1909 su iniziativa di Emilio Arnstein, con Louis Rauch come primo presidente. Il primo allenatore è stato l'austriaco Hermann Felsner.

L'imprenditore canadese Giuseppe 'Joey' Saputo è il presidente del Bologna. Nel ramo dell'industria casearia, è anche proprietario dei connazionali del CF Montreal.

Il Bologna gioca le partite casalinghe allo stadio Renato Dall'Ara, chiamato così in onore dello storico presidente rossoblù, in carica dal 1934 e fino alla sua morte avvenuta nel 1964.

Il Renato Dall'Ara può contenere 38.279 persone. Lo stadio del Bologna è il più grande dell'Emilia-Romagna, nato nel 1927 e ristrutturato nel 1990.

Il Bologna è una delle squadre italiane con più Scudetti vinti, sette. L'ultimo è arrivato nel 1963/1964, mentre la maggior parte tra gli anni '20, 30' e 40' del secolo scorso.

Il Bologna ha vinto dieci trofei nella sua storia. Oltre ai sette Scudetti, la squadra rossoblù ha in bacheca anche due edizioni della Coppa Italia e un trofeo Intertoto.

Il Bologna ha vinto l'Intertoto nel 1998 come unico trofeo europeo attualmente riconosciuto dall'UEFA. Oltre a questo, i rossoblù hanno conquistato anche coppe come la Mitropa e l'Italo-Inglese.

Il Bologna ha scelto i colori rossoblù ispirandosi al collegio svizzero Wiget auf Schönberg della città di Rorschach. Inizialmente la divisa era a quarti rosso e blu, prima di abbracciare le strisce verticali.

Attualmente il Bologna ha come mascotte un leone, animale presente nello stemma cittadino. Dagli anni '80 venne usato il Dottor Balanzone, celebre figura della commedia dell'arte, a cui a sua volta si ispirò la mascotte Bally.

Angelo Schiavio, nato e morto a Bologna, ha il record di reti con la maglia del club rossoblù: 251. Dal 1922 al 1938 l'attaccante è riuscito a segnare tale cifra in appena 362 partite.

Giacomo Bulgarelli, storico capitano del Bologna, ha giocato 16 stagioni con il club rossoblù, vincendo lo Scudetto del 1963/1964. Le partite totali con gli emiliani sono state 490.

Il Bologna è chiamata squadra rossoblù in virtù dei colori, con i giocatori denominati anche felsinei. La città all'epoca degli etruschi era infatti chiamata Felsina. In meno occasioni i giocatori sono chiamati 'petroniani', dal santo patrono della città San Petronio.

Hermann Felsner è l'allenatore con più panchine, 370, alla guida del Bologna. Il tecnico austriaco ha guidato i rossoblù dal 1920/1921 fino al 1930/1931 e di nuovo dal 38/39 al 41/42.

Il Bologna ha giocato in Serie B l'ultima volta nel 2014/2015. Quarto, il team rossoblù tornò nella massima serie dopo aver vinto i playoff. Tra il 2005 e il 2008 la squadra emiliana ha giocato in B per tre anni consecutivi.

Le Tue Ali Bologna, è l'inno ufficiale del Bologna, interpretato da Andrea Mingardi, Luca Carboni, Gianni Morandi e Lucio Dalla. Mingardi è l'autore del testo.

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