Response from TFF to Kayserispor's call: Such a decision would take us backward

Response from TFF to Kayserispor's call: Such a decision would take us backward

19.05.2026 12:10

TFF made a statement following Kayserispor's call. TFF officials said, "The issue of relegation is not on our agenda. We are trying to clean up Turkish football. Such a decision would set us back."

The Turkish Football Federation responded to Kayserispor's call for "Leagues should not be registered, relegation should be abolished." In a statement from the TFF front, it was emphasized that the possibility of no relegation is not on their agenda.

"THERE CANNOT BE A SITUATION LIKE NO RELEGATION"

TFF officials speaking to HT Spor said, "The issue of no relegation is not on our agenda. We are trying to clean Turkish football. Such a decision would set us back." It was stated that the federation has no plans to abolish relegation.

KAYSERİSPOR HAD REACTED

Kayserispor, which was relegated from the Super League, had called for the leagues not to be registered due to betting investigations. The yellow-red club also argued that relegation should be abolished.

NEW DEVELOPMENT IN BETTING INVESTIGATION

The TFF front also shared striking information regarding the betting investigation. It was learned that the federation requested from the Ministry of Sports the identity information of presidents and managers who have gambled in the last 5 years.

139 CLUBS AND MORE THAN 2000 MANAGERS

It was stated that the list to be submitted to TFF on Wednesday, May 20, includes a total of 139 clubs and more than 2000 managers, including the Super League, 1st League, 2nd League, and 3rd League. It was indicated that the federation will take action against individuals found to have gambled.

"WE ARE TRYING TO CLEAN TURKISH FOOTBALL"

TFF officials emphasized that the investigation will be carried out with determination. It was learned that necessary procedures have been requested from betting sites and the process continues in detail.

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