Turgay Şeren facts for kids
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Turgay Şeren (left) in 1958
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Turkay Sabit Şeren | ||
| Date of birth | 15 May 1932 | ||
| Place of birth | Ankara, Turkey | ||
| Date of death | 7 July 2016 (aged 84) | ||
| Place of death | Istanbul, Turkey | ||
| Playing position | Goalkeeper | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1947–1967 | Galatasaray SK | 631 | (0) |
| National team | |||
| 1950–1966 | Turkey | 52 | (0) |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1968–1969 | Mersin İdmanyurdu | ||
| 1969–1970 | Vefa S.K. | ||
| 1970–1971 | Samsunspor | ||
| 1979–1980 | Galatasaray SK | ||
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Turkay Sabit Şeren (born May 15, 1932 – died July 7, 2016) was a famous Turkish football player. He was a fantastic goalkeeper for the Galatasaray team for many years. Turgay Şeren played for Galatasaray from 1947 to 1966. He also played 52 games for the Turkish national team. This included two matches in the 1954 FIFA World Cup.
People especially remember him for his amazing saves against West Germany in 1951. Turkey won that game 2–1 in Berlin. Because of this unforgettable day, he earned the nickname "Berlin Panteri," which means "Panther of Berlin." After his playing career, he also coached Galatasaray. In 1967, Galatasaray held a special game for him in Istanbul. Famous players like Lev Yashin came to play in it.
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The Berlin Panther: Turgay Şeren
Turgay Şeren was a legendary goalkeeper. He was known for his quick reflexes and brave saves. His nickname "Berlin Panther" shows how agile and fearless he was in goal. This name came from a famous match where he stopped many shots.
Early Life and Football Career
Turgay Şeren was born in Ankara, Turkey. He started playing football at a young age. He joined the Galatasaray team in 1947. He quickly became their main goalkeeper. He stayed with Galatasaray for his entire playing career. This made him a "one-club man," which is very rare in football.
Playing for Turkey
Turgay Şeren was also a key player for the Turkish national team. He played 52 international matches. He helped Turkey compete in the 1954 FIFA World Cup. His performances made him a national hero.
Life After Playing Football
After he stopped playing, Turgay Şeren continued to be involved in football. He became a football writer for newspapers. He also worked as a commentator on television. This way, he shared his knowledge and love for the game. He even coached Galatasaray for a short time. He also managed other teams like Mersin İdmanyurdu, Vefa S.K., and Samsunspor.
A Sad Farewell
Turgay Şeren passed away on July 7, 2016, when he was 84 years old. Many people attended his memorial service at the Türk Telekom Arena. His funeral was held at Teşvikiye Mosque. He was buried in Zincirlikuyu Cemetery in Istanbul. He is remembered as one of Turkey's greatest football legends.
Turgay Şeren's Achievements
Turgay Şeren won many awards and titles during his career. These show how successful he was as a player.
Honours as a Player
- Süper Lig: 1961–62, 1962–63
- Turkish Cup: 1962–63, 1963–64, 1964–65, 1965–66
- Turkish Super Cup: 1966
- Istanbul Football League: 1948–49, 1954–55, 1955–56, 1957–58
- TSYD Cup: 1963, 1966
Records Set by Turgay Şeren
Turgay Şeren holds some impressive records for Galatasaray:
- Most appearances for Galatasaray SK (631 games).
- Most appearances in the Kıtalar Arası Derbi (54 games), which is a big rivalry match.
- Most total seasons as Galatasaray SK's first-choice goalkeeper (15 seasons).
See also
In Spanish: Turgay Şeren para niños
- List of one-club men
- List of Galatasaray S.K. records and statistics
