18.02.2026 17:41
The live broadcast interruption experienced by TRT during the Galatasaray-Juventus match has raised claims that the institution spent 50-55 million dollars on new live broadcasting tools and that the technical malfunction stemmed from this new system. The technical issue that occurred in the second half of the match has opened the institution to criticism regarding its recent high-budget investments in technical equipment. However, no official statement has yet been made by TRT on the matter.
The live broadcast interruption experienced during the TRT's Galatasaray–Juventus match has sparked public debate. Claims have emerged that the institution spent approximately 50–55 million dollars on new live broadcast tools and that the technical malfunction originated from this system.
DISCUSSION OF COSTS AFTER BROADCAST RIGHTS
The cost discussions that began after TRT purchased the broadcast rights for the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Conference League for the 2024–2027 period were reignited by the crisis during the Galatasaray–Juventus match. The technical malfunction that occurred in the second half of the match brought attention to the institution's recent high-budget investments in technical equipment.
NO OFFICIAL STATEMENT RECEIVED
According to a report by Tolga Balcı from Gazete Pencere, there was an interruption in TRT's main broadcast camera during the second half of the match where Galatasaray defeated Juventus 5-2. The broadcast was temporarily switched to a camera showing the players entering the tunnel. When returning to the main camera, the score and time information did not appear on the screen. No official statement has been made by TRT regarding the incident.
CLAIM OF A 50–55 MILLION DOLLAR INVESTMENT
According to claims, TRT has switched to a system different from brands it previously used, such as Sony and Hitachi. It was alleged that cameras were purchased from Grass Valley, and that the live broadcast trucks were sourced from the Germany-based company Broadcast Solutions. It was claimed that approximately 55 million dollars were spent on these mobile production vehicles.
Additionally, it was suggested that TRT General Manager Zahid Sobacı is the first general manager to use direct purchasing authority within the institution. The public is awaiting an official statement from TRT regarding the broadcast interruption experienced during the Galatasaray–Juventus match.