Commemoration ceremony held in Belgrade for legendary footballer Cevad Prekazi

The sports community and loved ones gathered in Belgrade for a commemoration ceremony held for Cevad Prekazi, one of the unforgettable names of Turkish and Serbian football.

The ceremony was attended by Partizan General Director Danko Lazovic, Galatasaray Vice President Sedat Artukoğlu, Turkey's Ambassador to Serbia İlhan Saygılı, as well as Prekazi's former teammates and friends. In his opening speech, Partizan General Director Lazovic conveyed his condolences to the legendary footballer's family.

Galatasaray Vice President Sedat Artukoğlu drew attention to the bridge Prekazi built between the two football cultures and emphasized his role in the club's European dreams. Artukoğlu stated that they brought the jersey Prekazi wore during his time at Galatasaray to the ceremony. Turkey's Ambassador to Serbia İlhan Saygılı shared his memories of Prekazi and offered his condolences.

His former teammate Ace Trifunovic recalled the period in 1976 when Partizan ended its 11-year championship drought, stating that Prekazi won the hearts of the fans with his long-range goals. The ceremony concluded with a speech by Dejan Smiljanic, and it was reported that details regarding the funeral would be announced later.