03.11.2026 20:12
Murat Uluç, the 45-year-old striker of TFF Third League Group 2 team Altay, is preparing to return to matches after the end of the 12-month suspension he received due to a betting investigation. The experienced player, who has been attending training since the start of the season, will be on the field if head coach Tuna Üzümcü gives him a place in the squad for the Etimesgut SK match. It is noteworthy that he is 1.5 years older than head coach Tuna Üzümcü, who is also his former teammate.
Murat Uluç, a 45-year-old striker for Altay, one of the TFF 3rd League 2nd Group teams, who received a 12-month ban from competitions in last season's betting investigation, is preparing to return to the green pitches as his ban comes to an end.
HE WILL RETURN TO THE PITCHES AFTER 1 YEAR
The experienced striker, who has been taking part in training since the start of the season, was unable to play in the 9 matches played. It was stated that Murat Uluç could take on a role if head coach Tuna Üzümcü gives him a chance in the away match against Etimesgut SK on Saturday.
HE MANAGED TO SCORE 154 GOALS
Murat Uluç, who has scored 154 goals in official matches in his career, holds the titles of the oldest footballer to score in the 1st League, 2nd League, 3rd League and Turkish Cup. After retiring from football in 2019 and serving as sporting director and coach at the club, Murat Uluç had returned to the pitches in 2022 due to Altay's transfer ban.
1.5 YEARS OLDER THAN HIS HEAD COACH
Murat, who had previously left football for 3 years, is preparing to play again after another 1-year break. Murat Uluç, who will become the oldest footballer in the league, is 1.5 years older than head coach Tuna Üzümcü, who is also his former teammate.