Başakşehir Fatih Terim Stadium, Football stadium in Başakşehir district, Istanbul, Turkey.
Başakşehir Fatih Terim Stadium is a football venue in Istanbul's Başakşehir district with a modern two-tier bowl structure and orange-colored seating. It accommodates around 17,000 spectators and features 30 executive suites designed for premium ticket holders.
Construction began in June 2011 and took approximately 16 months to complete, with the official opening on July 26, 2014. The venue has since become the home ground for Istanbul's Başakşehir FK football club.
The stadium carries the name of Fatih Terim, a legendary Turkish football coach and former player who shaped the national game. The orange seats throughout reflect the home team's colors and create a strong visual identity that fans recognize instantly.
The stadium is easily accessible by public transportation, particularly via the T4 tram line that connects directly to the venue. Dedicated parking spaces are available on-site, making it convenient for visitors arriving by car.
During 2020 and 2021, the stadium temporarily served as the home ground for Azerbaijan's Qarabağ FK due to regional circumstances. This made it briefly host to European football competitions involving teams from outside Turkey.
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