Doğan Babacan facts for kids
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Doğan Babacan (born November 30, 1929 – died May 18, 2018) was a well-known Turkish football referee. He made history by becoming the first Turkish referee to oversee a match in the FIFA World Cup. He was born in the big city of Istanbul.
He also refereed the final match of the 1975 UEFA Super Cup between two famous teams, FC Bayern Munich and FC Dynamo Kyiv. He stopped refereeing international matches in 1978.
Doğan Babacan passed away on May 18, 2018, at the age of 88.
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Who Was Doğan Babacan?
Doğan Babacan was a very important figure in Turkish football. He was known for his fair decisions and his skill in controlling big matches. Being a referee means making sure players follow the rules during a game. It's a tough job that needs quick thinking and a deep understanding of football.
Making History at the World Cup
What is the FIFA World Cup?
The FIFA World Cup is the biggest football tournament in the world. National teams from all over the globe compete to see who is the best. It happens every four years and is watched by billions of people. Being chosen to referee a World Cup match is a huge honor for any referee.
Babacan's World Cup Moment
Doğan Babacan achieved a major milestone for Turkey when he refereed a match in the World Cup. This showed how respected he was in the world of football. It was a proud moment for his country and for him personally.
Other Big Matches
The UEFA Super Cup
Besides the World Cup, Doğan Babacan also refereed the final of the 1975 UEFA Super Cup. This is another important European football competition. It's played between the winners of the two main European club tournaments: the European Cup (now the Champions League) and the Cup Winners' Cup (which no longer exists). Refereeing such a big game shows he was trusted with high-stakes matches.
Later Years and Legacy
Doğan Babacan retired from international refereeing in 1978. He had a long and successful career, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneering Turkish referee. He passed away in 2018, remembered for his contributions to football.
