# Turkish football refereeing controversies

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkish-football-refereeing-controversies
> Updated: 2026-09-11T15:55:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The Turkish football officiating system has faced scrutiny regarding both economic compensation and administrative management. Initially, the Association of Active Football Referees and Observers (TFFHGD) called upon the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) to re-evaluate wages for referees and observers, citing current economic conditions and the personal resources used by officials in amateur and regional matches.

This issue expanded into broader controversies involving the Central Referee Committee (MHK) and officiating performance in the Super Lig. Following disputed decisions in critical matches, pressure has mounted from clubs and the public for increased transparency. Discussions have shifted toward the management of the officiating system, including how appointments are made and how performance is evaluated, with some calls for leadership changes within the MHK.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-11: Turkish Football Federation evaluates referee committee amid growing controversy

The Turkish Football Federation faces pressure to reform the Central Referee Committee (MHK) following controversial Super Lig decisions and calls for leadership changes.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-football-federation-evaluates-referee-committee-amid-growing-controversy

### 2026-08-25: TFFHGD calls for increased wages for Turkish football referees

The TFFHGD is calling on the Turkish Football Federation to increase wages for referees and observers, citing economic conditions and the need to value their labor and dedication to the sport.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tffhgd-calls-for-increased-wages-for-turkish-football-referees

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