Trabzonspor calls for away-fan ban to be lifted for Beşiktaş games
Trabzonspor has officially requested the removal of the away-fan ban ahead of their upcoming matches against Beşiktaş.
Ahead of their upcoming league fixtures against Beşiktaş, Trabzonspor issued an official statement calling for the away-fan ban to be lifted. Published through the club's official website and social media accounts, the statement stressed that there is no issue between the two clubs' supporters that would prevent them from attending each other's stadiums.
The club explained that it hopes Beşiktaş fans will be able to attend the home fixture in Trabzon on Monday, October 19, while Trabzonspor supporters would similarly travel to support their team at the return match in Istanbul. The request was framed as applying equally to both fan bases rather than favoring one side.
Trabzonspor's management argued that away-fan bans go against the spirit of football and stadium culture, insisting that such restrictions should be completely abolished across Turkish football. The statement made clear this was not simply about one fixture but a broader principle the club wanted addressed.
In closing, the club said it expects support from relevant authorities, particularly the Trabzon Governor's Office, in order to move forward on the matter. Trabzonspor expressed hope that the necessary steps would be taken soon so that fans from both sides could safely attend matches in each other's cities.
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