20.01.2026 11:56
According to the statement from the Turkish Football Federation, Yurdakul, who was recognized as "the oldest football player in the world" after playing licensed football actively for 60 years, passed away at the age of 88.
According to the statement from the Turkish Football Federation, Yurdakul, who was licensed to play active football for 60 years and was recognized as "the world's oldest footballer," passed away at the age of 88.
HE RAISED LEGENDARY NAMES
In Antalya, Yurdakul, who served as captain, coach, and president for a long time at the Trabzonlularspor Club he founded, contributed to the development of many players, especially Şenol Güneş, throughout his career.
The body of Yurdakul will be buried in Bahçecik Cemetery after the funeral prayer to be held today at the Hanife Hatun Mosque in the Ortahisar district of Trabzon at the afternoon prayer time.