Galatasaray reacts to beIN Media over 'impartiality'

Galatasaray Sports Club has expressed its reaction to beIN Media Group Turkey, the broadcaster of the Trendyol Super Lig.

In a statement, it was stated that beIN Media Group has been following a systematic broadcasting policy that is far from impartial and targets the Yellow-Reds.

GALATASARAY'S STATEMENT

"As Galatasaray Sports Club, we have determined that beIN Media Group Turkey, the broadcaster of the Trendyol Super Lig, has been following a systematic broadcasting policy in its recent broadcasts that targets our Club and is far from impartial.

This approach to broadcasting has gone beyond isolated errors and turned into an attitude that discredits our Club in the eyes of the public.

This approach, which is incompatible with broadcasting ethics and the responsibility to protect the brand value of Turkish football, is an issue that must be addressed seriously by both the broadcasting organization and football authorities.

1. Biased Visual Choices in Broadcasts

In broadcasts made in recent weeks, images of our Head Coach Okan Buruk have been used manipulatively to create the perception of a figure who is "constantly arguing with referees." Such steering is a clear violation of the principles of equality and impartiality in broadcasting.

2. Inequality in Broadcasting Standards

The application of different camera angles and replay standards for different teams in match broadcasts and highlights points to a broadcasting line that is far from objective.

3. Personnel Selection and Social Media Violations

The broadcaster's choices in personnel assignments that lead to conflicts of interest and the sharing of content targeting our Club from official social media accounts seriously call institutional impartiality into question.

4. Our Official Application and Demands

Our Club has filed an official complaint with the Turkish Football Federation to investigate these violations and has also issued a written warning to the management of beIN Media Group.

From the TFF;

• We demand that an impartiality audit be initiated regarding the broadcasting organization,

• That the principles of equal broadcasting be re-established,

• That disciplinary provisions be applied against those responsible.

If the broadcasting organization continues this approach, Galatasaray Sports Club will initiate all necessary legal processes before the Competition Authority, RTÜK, and international broadcasting unions.

Galatasaray Sports Club will resolutely follow this process for the development of Turkish football on a fair, respectable, and reliable ground."

News Source: 12punto