Key facts
| Address | Zühtüpaşa Mh., Bağdat Cad., Kızıl Toprak, 34724 Kadıköy/İstanbul |
| Capacity | 47,834 seats |
| Build Date | 1908 |
Description
It is a stadium located in the city of Istanbul, Turkey. Fenerbahçe S.K., a football club that was founded in 1907, uses the stadium for their home games and for training. The stadium was constructed in 1908 and became the very first football pitch in Turkey to hold the Istanbul Football League several years in a raw. It was renovated several times, and the last renovations took place in 2006. In 2009, it hosted the UEFA Cup Final.
It has undergone major rebuilding, during which all of the old stands were demolished and new ones constructed instead of them. Now, there are located closer to the football field allowing fans to enjoy a better experience. No running track is constructed between the seats and the pitch.
The Maraton stand is capable of hosting around 14,500 people. It features well-equipped boxes, where people can find cafés, areas for working and, and more. The Fenerium stand is located at the opposite site. This stand is suitable for 15,000 people. It also features boxes and other facilities. All of the seats at this stand are provided with LCD monitors. The other two stands known as the Telsim and Migros are located behind the goals. All in all, the stadium is capable of hosting nearly 48,000 people.
FAQ
The stadium is located in Kadıköy, a district on the Asian side of Istanbul, Turkey.
The original stadium on this site was opened in 1908. However, it has undergone several renovations and reconstructions since then, with the most recent major renovation completed in 2006.
The stadium is named after Mehmet Şükrü Saracoğlu, a former Turkish prime minister and president of Fenerbahçe SK. He played a significant role in the club’s history and development.
Fenerbahçe SK, one of Turkey’s most successful and popular football clubs, uses Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium as its home ground.
The stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 50,530 spectators.
Yes, the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium hosted the 2009 UEFA Cup Final (now known as the UEFA Europa League) between Shakhtar Donetsk and Werder Bremen.
The stadium is known for its close proximity to the pitch, creating an intense atmosphere during matches. It’s also one of the first stadiums in Turkey to meet UEFA standards.
