Who is referee Oğuzhan Çakır, who will officiate the Trabzonspor vs. Fenerbahçe match? How old is he? Where is he from?

In the 11th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig, Trabzonspor, looking to leave behind its performance fluctuations, will face Fenerbahçe, which aims to continue its title race.

Before this critical match to be played on Sunday at 19:00, the referee appointments were made, and it was announced that Oğuzhan Çakır will blow the whistle for the big encounter.

Referee Oğuzhan Çakır, who has drawn attention with his successful performances in Süper Lig matches, began his football career in 2017 and soon started officiating in higher leagues under the Turkish Football Federation (TFF). So, who is referee Oğuzhan Çakır?

WHO IS REFEREE OĞUZHAN ÇAKIR? WHERE IS OĞUZHAN ÇAKIR FROM AND HOW OLD IS HE?

Born in Balıkesir in 1999, Oğuzhan Çakır has shown a great interest in sports since his childhood. Starting his sports life with swimming, Çakır began his career in this field by working as a swimming coach at the Altıeylül Municipality Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Life Complex. The young talent, who draws attention with his interest in different sports branches, started his duty as a referee under the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) in 2017. Thanks to his discipline and skills on the football pitch, Çakır quickly drew attention, climbing the career ladder rapidly and succeeding in officiating Süper Lig matches.

Oğuzhan Çakır's refereeing career began with his participation in TFF refereeing courses in 2017. Standing out with his discipline, determination in the decisions he makes on the field, and rapid development despite his young age, Çakır earned the right to become a Süper Lig referee after his successful performances in the lower leagues.

Having officiated in some of the most important matches of Turkish football in recent years, Çakır is particularly known for his management of challenging fixtures. His successful performance in refereeing has led football authorities to point to him as one of the important referees of the future.

OĞUZHAN ÇAKIR'S CAREER

In addition to his refereeing career, Oğuzhan Çakır continues his interest in swimming. Working as a swimming coach at the life complex affiliated with Altıeylül Municipality, Çakır successfully manages two different sports disciplines together. Continuing to develop himself in both swimming and football, Çakır aims to build a versatile sports career in this way.

WHICH MATCH DID OĞUZHAN ÇAKIR LAST OFFICIATE?

Oğuzhan Çakır, from Balıkesir, is a name who has been involved in sports since his childhood. The successful referee, who continues his career in both swimming and football, carries out both branches together.

In his football refereeing career, Çakır, who took on an important role in the Galatasaray - Kasımpaşa match that took place last month, drew attention with the decisions he made in that match. His penalty decision after a VAR review marked a critical position and drew the reaction of manager Okan Buruk.

Additionally, the young referee most recently served as the fourth official in the Göztepe - Trabzonspor match played on October 26.

HE WILL OFFICIATE THE DERBY

The referee for the Trabzonspor - Fenerbahçe match to be played in the 11th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig has been announced. The eagerly awaited big derby will be officiated by young referee Oğuzhan Çakır.

News Source: 12punto