Speaking at the Amateur Football Club Presidents Meeting held in Istanbul, Minister of Youth and Sports Dr. Osman Aşkın Bak made important statements that closely concern the amateur sports community. Reminding that he has been involved in amateur club life since his youth, he stated that financial support will be increased and a large investment will be made in amateur football facilities in Istanbul in the 2026-2027 period.
Amateur Club ManagersStating that they are heroes for the organization, Minister Bak reminded that the meeting took place in Kağıthane and drew attention to the sacrifices of the managers. Drawing on his own experience at every stage of sports, he emphasized that they will continue to work for the success of these heroes who keep children away from bad habits and serve Turkish sports. “Amateur club managers are heroes.”With his words, he emphasized that every effort that touches children’s lives carries social gain.
The facility development initiative carried out throughout TürkiyeStating that the club is progressing at full speed under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Bak announced steps to solve the facility problem, which is the most critical need of amateur clubs in Istanbul.
Vision of Facilities and Modernization that Meet the Needs
As the Ministry, within the scope of the plan determined for the 2026-2027 period, new facility construction will be started and existing facilities will be completed. will be renewed and modernizedhe said. He stated that this comprehensive investment will be implemented in cooperation with the Governorships and municipalities, and that they aim to increase the number of facilities and that the projects will be brought to Istanbul as soon as possible.
InnovationsThese include establishing new facilities where matches can be played and restructuring existing facilities in accordance with today’s conditions. He emphasized that these studies will be implemented in order to strengthen the infrastructure of amateur football and direct young people to healthy sports activities.
