This chapter provides an overview of the relationship between football broadcasting and political decision-making in Türkiye. Geopolitically, Türkiye’s close ties with Qatar play a major role in shaping the football arena within the complex interplay of political cooperation, and financial discussions. …

In the light of the latest migration waves to Turkey, this chapter explores the adaptations of Turkish sport policies and initiatives and their role in the context of sport for development and peace (SDP). Lately transforming from a transit country to a host country for refugees and migrants, Turkey …

Turkey has received consistent criticism from international media for having many naturalized athletes in its national squad, both in the Olympic Games and other major international sporting events. Similar criticisms have also been a feature of debates for a long time in domestic media, varying in views …