20.05.2025 08:41
Antalyaspor's head coach Emre Belözoğlu played a futsal match with young people on May 19, the Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day. Belözoğlu accepted the invitation from university students and received significant attention on social media.
Super League team Antalyaspor's head coach Emre Belözoğlu accepted the invitation from university students for a futsal match and met with the young people.
Antalyaspor's successful head coach Emre Belözoğlu did not turn down the offer from university students for a futsal match and played an enjoyable game with the youth. This event, which created a significant buzz on social media, once again highlighted Belözoğlu's value for young people.
Everything started with a message sent to Emre Belözoğlu by a student on social media. The invitation from a student named Mert for the coach to play in a futsal match was warmly welcomed by Belözoğlu.
Despite his busy schedule, the 45-year-old coach took the time to meet with the youth in Antalya and hit the field. Belözoğlu, who increased the level of competition during the match, both played and instilled the unifying spirit of sports in the young people.
In a post-match statement on his social media account, Belözoğlu said, "I couldn't remain indifferent to the message from my brother Mert. We are present wherever there is competition! I congratulate the opposing players and invite them for a rematch. The passion of the youth for sports excites me. I celebrate the May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day." The post quickly received thousands of likes and comments.
This gesture showed that Belözoğlu is a leader not only on the field but also off the field. The coach, who has drawn a successful graph at the helm of Antalyaspor, also gained appreciation for the sincere bond he established with the youth.
This event, coinciding with May 19, was recorded as a meaningful step emphasizing the spirit of youth and sports. Belözoğlu's promise of a rematch has already sparked curiosity.