Sukru Saracoglu Stadium - Fenerbahce Stadium Guide

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Last Updated: September 4, 2021

Aerial view of Sukru Saracoglu Stadium

Sukrü Saracoglu Stadium is a purpose built football stadium located in Istanbul’s largest and most cosmopolitan district, Kad?köy. Dating back to 1908, the ground was last renovated in 1999 and is famous for hosting the last ever UEFA Cup Final in 2009.

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Stadium Facts

Overview
Team:Fenerbahce
Opened:1908
Capacity:50,530
Address: Dereboyu Caddesi No:90, Istanbul, Kadiköy, 34104
Pitch Size:105 m x 68 m
Stadium Owner:Fenerbahçe S.K.
Operator:Fenerbahçe S.K.
Wikipedia:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C5%9E%C3%BCkr%C3%BC_Saraco%C4%9Flu_Stadium
Stadium Names
Names:Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadyumu (Turkish), Ülker Stadyumu Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu Spor Kompleksi (Full name in Turkish)
Former Names:Silahtar Ağa Sahası, Papazın Çayırı, Union Club Field, İttihat Spor Field, Fenerbahçe Stadyumu
International Name:Ülker Stadium
Construction Details
Broke Ground:1908
Built:1929
Architect:Zehra Aksu, Adnan Aksu
Construction Cost:$85 million (2006)
Expanded:1929-1932, 1965-1982
Renovated:1999-2006

Sukru Saracoglu Stadium History

Sükrü Saracoglu Stadium first opened in 1908, however the original stadium was vastly different to the one which was rebuilt at the turn of the millennium. Known as Papaz?n Çay?r?(The field of the priest), it was the first such football ground of its kind in Turkey, and was used as the exclusive venue for every team of the Istanbul Football League including Galatasaray and Besiktas.

Funded by donations from the participating clubs, the first stadium cost 3,000 Ottoman gold pounds, and was known as Union Club Field after ?ttihatspor made the biggest investment in the project. When the larger and more modern Taksim Stadium opened in 1922, ?ttihatspor sold the ground to the state who in turn immediately leased it back to Fenerbahçe.

Fenerbahçe later purchased the stadium from the government on 27th May 1933, becoming the first team to own their own stadium in Turkey. Forging a new identity, it was renamed to Fenerbahçe Stadium, and with a capacity of 25,000 it was the largest in the country. A member of the CHP Government, ?ükrü Saraco?lu was instrumental in the development of Fenerbache in its formative years, and personally oversaw the sale.

Therefore it was only fitting that the stadium would be renamed in honour of the club’s icon and Turkey’s 6th Prime Minister in 1998. To coincide with this, it was announced that the entirety of Fenerbahçe’s stadium would be renovated with each stand demolished and rebuilt individual to avoid disruption. Costing $85 million dollars, the work was carried out between 1999-2006 , and resulted in an improved 50,509 capacity.

On 20th May 2009 ?ükrü Saraco?lu Stadium made its own piece of history by hosting the last ever UEFA Cup Final between Shakhtar Donetsk and Werder Bremen. The Competition was later rebranded as the Europa League, and Fenerbahce continue to regularly participate in both this, and the Champions League.

Fenerbahce fans at stadium

View of Sukru Saracoglu Stadium

Fenerbahce S.K. Info

Full Name:Fenerbahçe Spor Kulübü (Fenerbahçe Sports Club)
Rivals:Galatasaray (The Intercontinental Derby), Beşiktaş
Founded:1907
Team Colours:Yellow and Dark Blue
Club Mascot:Yellow Canary
Nicknames:Sarı Kanaryalar (The Yellow Canaries), Sarı Lacivertliler (The Yellow-Navy Blues), Efsane (The Legend), Fener (The Beacon of Light)
Training Ground:Can Bartu Training Facilities
Famous Players:Mesut Özil, Steven Caulker, Luiz Gustavo, Alex (Alexsandro de Souza), Roberto Carlos, Nicolas Anelka, Robin van Persie, Jay-Jay Okocha, Dirk Kuyt, Emre Belözoğlu
Famous Managers:Joachim Löw, Zdeněk Zeman, Christoph Daum, Zico, Didi
Team Owner:Fenerbahçe Futbol A.Ş.
Team Goalscorer:Zeki Rıza Sporel (470)
Most Appearances:Müjdat Yetkiner (763)
Official Website:https://www.fenerbahce.org/
Team Wikipedia:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fenerbah%C3%A7e_S.K._(football)

Sukru Saracoglu Stadium Seating Plan

Below is a seating plan of Fenerbahce's Sukru Saracoglu Stadium:

Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium seating plan

Stand Photos

?ükrü Saraco?lu Stadium is comprised of four stands: North, East, South and West.

Click the thumbnails above to enlarge an image of each stand and to read a more detailed description of each part of the Stadium.

Matchday Experience

Sukru Saracoglu Stadium Away Section

Away fans are tucked within the corner within sections GH (Upper) and OP (lower) with additional sections F and N opened up to travelling supporters providing there is enough demand for tickets.

Home fans throughout the stadium chant for 90 minutes in order to create a hostile wall of sound that helps to give their team the edge, and one of the most intimidating away atmospheres in Europe!

Fenerbahce Club Shop

Inside Fenerbahce's club shop

Fenerbahce Club Shop

Official Fenerbahçe’ merchandise can be purchased from one of several mobile merchandising kiosks on matchdays. Known as “Fenerium Trucks”, several outlets throughout Turkey, and from the permanent Fenerium club shop, and online store.

Opening Times:

  • Monday – Friday: 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
  • Saturday: 10.00 am – 6.00 pm

Can you take a stadium Tour?

It doesn’t appear as if Fenerbahçe FK currently offer fans to undertake a tour of ?ükrü Saraco?lu, however if this changes we’ll endeavour to update this section. There is reportedly a museum at the stadium, however we’ve heard mixed reports regarding its opening to the general public.

How to buy Fenerbahce Tickets

Tickets to see Fenerbahçe play football can either be purchased online, from several Biletix outlets throughout Turkey, or at the stadium a few hours before kick-off assuming that the match hasn’t sold out.

We’re currently unable to publish expected ticket prices due to it being the end of season.

How to get to Sukru Saracoglu Stadium

Where is Sukru Saracoglu Stadium?

?ükrü Saraco?lu Stadyum is based within the Kad?köy district of Istanbul approximately 8.5km north of the historic city centre.


Driving

The stadium’s address for satnav is as follows:

  • Dereboyu Caddesi No:90, 34104 ?i?li/?stanbul, Turkey

Car Parks

Situated in a dense neighbourhood unfortunately there is very little on-site parking which means driving isn’t advisable. If you must drive then get there early and look at the two medium size car parks just north of ?ükrü Saraco?lu either side of the railroad.

Train - Public Transport

The closest train stations are either Sö?ütlüçe?me (five minutes north) or K?z?ltoprak (five minutes south). Services could previously be caught from Haydarpa?a Gari, however since June 2013 the station has effectively closed in anticipation of the new Marmaray commuter rail line.

Metro

The nearest metro station is Kad?köy however it is situated 2.2km west of the stadium, and will leave you with a 30 minute walk.

Airports and Flying

Istanbul Ataturk Airport is situated 25km west of the city centre is the closest international airport, and is where you will likely fly into. As Europe’s 4th Busiest airport you can be assured that there are decent ground transport links upon arriving such as the metro and numerous bus services.

Hotels Near Sukru Saracoglu Stadium

The closest hotels to Fenerbahçe’s stadium are all found west of the stadium back towards the metro station. Here you will find a DoubleTree by Hilton, as well as lesser known hotels such as the Parkhouse, Zirve, and Rihtim Hotels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who plays at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium?

Turkish side Fenerbahce play their home matches at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium.

What is the capacity of Sukru Saracoglu Stadium?

As of 2024 Sukru Saracoglu Stadium has an official seating capacity of 50,530 for Football matches.

When was Sukru Saracoglu Stadium opened?

Sukru Saracoglu Stadium officially opened in 1908 and is home to Fenerbahce

What is the postcode for Sukru Saracoglu Stadium?

The postcode for Sukru Saracoglu Stadium is 34104.

Are there any Covid restrictions at the stadium?

Covid Restrictions may be in place when you visit Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in 2024. Please visit the official website of Fenerbahce for full information on changes due to the Coronavirus.