The Turkish Community Football Federation (TTFF) has marked its 50th anniversary with a landmark collaboration with Spurs in the Community, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club's official community organisation.
The partnership, announced following a series of discussions and preparations, aims to create new football opportunities for children and young people, particularly those from the Turkish community living in the United Kingdom.
The special signing ceremony took place in London, hosted by renowned Turkish brand Hafız Mustafa, bringing together representatives from both organisations to celebrate the beginning of a new chapter.
New Opportunities for Young Footballers
Tottenham Hotspur was represented at the ceremony by Elizabeth Mings, Tara Tewarie, Darren Phillips and Mustafa Güzeltas.
Representing the Turkish Community Football Federation were President İrfan Davulcular, Vice President Ertan Cemal, Honorary President Levent Ruso and board member Selma Nazlı Aydın.
Hafız Mustafa owner Avni Ongurlar and London branch representative Ahmet Demir also attended the event.
The collaboration will focus on supporting young people's sporting and personal development, encouraging participation in football and providing opportunities to connect with the wider football community.
TTFF President: "We Are Opening a New Door for Our Young People"
Speaking at the ceremony, TTFF President İrfan Davulcular highlighted the significance of the partnership for the federation and the wider Turkish community.
"First of all, I would like to thank the Tottenham Hotspur family for their trust, support and belief in our federation. I am also deeply grateful to everyone who worked hard to make this partnership possible," Davulcular said.
"Today, we are not simply signing an agreement. We are opening a new door for the future of our young people.
"Let us work together, support our children and create a brighter future for them. I sincerely hope this partnership will continue for many years and deliver wonderful results."
Davulcular also emphasised the importance of reaching this milestone during the federation's 50th anniversary celebrations.
"Our future is in the hands of our young people. I encourage all families to bring their children together through sport, friendship, discipline and unity. Together, we can build a stronger future."
Hafız Mustafa Hosts Historic Ceremony
The event was hosted by Hafız Mustafa, one of Türkiye's internationally recognised brands.
Company owner Avni Ongurlar expressed his pleasure at supporting the federation during such an important milestone and praised TTFF's commitment to young people and community development.
One of the memorable moments of the ceremony came when Ongurlar personally presented TTFF President İrfan Davulcular with a Hafız Mustafa lapel pin, symbolising friendship, mutual respect and shared community values.
Ongurlar also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the federation and its future activities.
TTFF extended its appreciation to Avni Ongurlar and the entire Hafız Mustafa team for their hospitality and continued support.
Celebrations Continue at Kebapçı İskender
Following the ceremony, representatives from both organisations gathered for a celebratory dinner at Kebapçı İskender, a well-known name in Turkish cuisine.
The evening was hosted by Yavuz İskenderoğlu, owner of Kebapçı İskender, who welcomed the delegation and helped make the occasion even more memorable.
The federation thanked İskenderoğlu and his team for their warm hospitality and generous support.
Further Partnership Details to Be Announced
Following the initial discussions and agreement to work together, TTFF and Spurs in the Community are expected to announce further details of their planned joint projects in the coming period.
The initiatives are expected to focus on youth football activities, development opportunities and programmes designed to encourage participation in sport among children and young people.
Building on 50 Years of Community Football
Founded in 1976, the Turkish Community Football Federation has spent five decades bringing the Turkish community in the United Kingdom together through football.
Beyond organising football competitions, TTFF has played an important role in encouraging young people to participate in sport, strengthening community ties and promoting values such as teamwork, discipline and friendship.
The new collaboration with Tottenham Hotspur's community organisation represents another significant step in the federation's ambition to expand its international connections and create lasting opportunities for future generations.
As TTFF celebrates half a century of service, the federation remains committed to investing in young people, strengthening partnerships and building a brighter future through football.
50 YEARS FOR OUR COMMUNITY, NOW FOR THE FUTURE OF OUR YOUNG PEOPLE!
TURKISH COMMUNITY FOOTBALL FEDERATION (TTFF)
