TFF takes action following match-fixing allegations: Investigation launched into Ankaraspor-Nazilli Belediyespor match

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has launched an investigation into the Ankaraspor-Nazilli Belediyespor match that has become the talk of Turkey.

Acting on the match-fixing allegations, the Turkish Football Federation Legal Board will refer the file to the Ethics Committee and initiate legal proceedings if its investigation uncovers evidence that confirms the claims.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Ankaraspor-Nazilli Belediyespor match, played yesterday in the 2nd League White Group, sparked controversy.

The match, played in the 37th week, ended in a 0-0 draw, and it was noted that neither team attempted a single shot throughout the entire game.

With the 0-0 draw, Ankaraspor secured 6th place and a spot in the play-offs. Nazilli Belediyespor, meanwhile, guaranteed its place in the league with the point earned. As a result of this outcome, Zonguldak Kömürspor was relegated to the lower league.

CHP Deputy Chairman and Zonguldak MP Deniz Yavuzyılmaz also reacted to the manner in which the match was played.

Sharing on his social media account, Yavuzyılmaz stated, "It is evident that for the Ankaraspor-Nazillispor match played today in the 2nd League White Group, the clubs took to the pitch having agreed on a draw. In fact, not a single proper shot was taken toward either team's goal throughout the entire match. This situation is contrary to the ordinary course of life and football history."