08.01.2026 10:21
Before the Turkcell Super Cup final to be played between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, the meteorology announced that strong rain and a storm from the southwest are expected at the time of the match. Due to the well-known wind problem at Atatürk Olympic Stadium, calls for postponement and a change of venue have increased.
Weather conditions have raised alarms ahead of the Turkcell Super Cup final to be played between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. The meteorology department announced that strong rain and a stormy south wind are expected at the time of the match, while calls for "postponement" and "stadium change" have increased for the Atatürk Olympic Stadium, known for its winds.
THE NAME OF THE FINAL IN THE SUPER CUP HAS BEEN REVEALED
The teams that reached the final in the Turkcell Super Cup, organized as a four-team mini-tournament for the first time this season, are Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. The grand final is planned to be played on Saturday, January 10, at 20:30 at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium.
STRONG RAIN AND SOUTH WIND EXPECTED AT MATCH TIME
Bad news came from meteorology before the derby. It was stated that strong rain and a stormy south wind are expected during the hours of the match. While it is evaluated that the weather conditions could negatively affect the match, especially in terms of ball control and game quality, concerns among fans have also increased.
CHRONIC WIND PROBLEM AT ATATÜRK OLYMPIC STADIUM
The long-standing wind problem of the Atatürk Olympic Stadium has become a topic of discussion again. As the impact of the south wind increases, there are questions about how the playability of the match will be ensured, and calls for "postponement" have started to rise on social media.
STADIUM CHANGE ON THE AGENDA FOR GALATASARAY
While some fans are demanding the postponement of the match, the possibility of a stadium change is also on the agenda. It is reported that Galatasaray is evaluating the request for a stadium change, believing that the stadium is not suitable for playing football.
DURSUN ÖZBEK HAD PREVIOUSLY POINTED TO ŞANLIURFA
Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek had previously stated in his statements that he wanted the Super Cup final to be played in a city in Anatolia. Özbek's emphasis on the Şanlıurfa option has also come back to the agenda.