Semih Kaya

The trial of a former branch manager of private lender Denizbank, accused of orchestrating a pyramid scheme that allegedly swindled renowned football stars, including Arda Turan and Fernando Muslera, entered its second hearing at an Istanbul court on Jan. 12.

Galatasaray coach Jan Olde Riekerink blamed the weather and the icy pitch after his side was held to 2-2 draw at Osmanlıspor in the Spor Toto Super League on Dec. 18.

Turkey National Football Team squad for international friendly match against Brazil on Nov. 12 and UEFA Euro 2016 Group A qualifier against Kazakhstan on Nov. 16 has been unveiled.

Cesare Prandelli said his side needed more time to get better following a 4-1 defeat on Nov. 4 at Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.

German international Marco Reus, on the transfer wish-list of several leading European clubs, slotted in the first goal after 39 minutes.