07.01.2026 19:00
It has been revealed that Özcan Üstüntaş, one of the managers referred to the PFDK by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) for allegedly gambling, passed away on June 8, 2024.
The betting investigation conducted by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has led to the referral of 104 football agents to the Professional Football Discipline Board (PFDK).
104 AGENTS REFERRED TO PFDK
In a statement made on the official website of the TFF regarding the matter, it was stated, "As part of the betting investigation conducted by the Turkish Football Federation, it has been decided to refer the football agents listed below, who were found to have placed bets during their active period registered with the Turkish Football Federation, to the PFDK with precautionary measures starting from January 7, 2026, in accordance with Article 57 of the Football Discipline Regulation."
A SAD TRUTH EMERGED AFTER THE REFERRALS
A sad detail has emerged regarding agent Özcan Üstüntaş, who was among those referred to the PFDK for allegedly placing bets. It has been learned that Üstüntaş passed away some time ago.
ÖZCAN ÜSTÜNTAŞ PASSED AWAY IN 2024
According to the information obtained, Özcan Üstüntaş, who was mentioned in the TFF's disciplinary referral list and had been actively working as an agent for many years, passed away on June 8, 2024.