Göztepe S.K.

Göztepe Spor Kulübü (Turkish pronunciation: [ɟœztepe spoɾ kulyby], Göztepe Sports Club), commonly referred to as Göztepe, is a Turkish multi-sport club based in the Göztepe and Güzelyalı neighborhoods of İzmir. Founded on 14 June 1925 as Göztepe Gençlik Kulübü (Göztepe Youth Club), it is one of the oldest sports institutions in Turkey with a rich history spanning over a century.

Originally formed as a neighborhood club, Göztepe became nationally prominent in the mid-20th century, particularly after becoming Turkish champions in 1950. In 1969, the club made history by becoming the first Turkish team to reach the semi-finals of a European competition, achieving this milestone in the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup (a predecessor to the UEFA Europa League).

Besides football, the club operates as a joint-stock company (AŞ) and includes multiple branches in fencing, triathlon, handball, volleyball, basketball, gymnastics, archery, billiards, sailing, swimming, and windsurfing, making it one of the most comprehensive sports institutions in the country.

Despite facing relegation and financial hardship between 2002 and 2008, Göztepe maintained one of the most loyal fan bases in Turkey. Even during their time in the Turkish Regional Amateur League, the club continued to attract higher average attendances than many top-flight clubs. Their resilience and support culminated in a return to the Süper Lig, where they continue to compete under the ownership of Sport Republic and the leadership of Rasmus Ankersen.

As of the 2024–25 season, Göztepe competes in the Süper Lig, and currently ranks 8th out of 19 teams in the league table. In the "all-time table" of Turkish football, Göztepe holds the 13th place overall based on historic performance and points.