Thu Jul 17 14:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Summary:
Turkish club Trabzonspor, currently in Erzurum, Turkey for preseason training alongside Persepolis FC, has announced friendly matches against Persepolis and Zob Ahan. However, Trabzonspor’s announcement sparked controversy as the star representing Persepolis’ championships was removed from their logo in promotional materials, while Trabzonspor’s own star remained. This has angered Persepolis fans, though it’s suspected to be an oversight. Persepolis will also play a friendly against Alanyaspor, Sardar Dursun’s former team. Zob Ahan has also confirmed their preseason camp in Turkey.
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**Trabzonspor Logo Controversy Sparks Anger Ahead of Persepolis Friendly**
**Erzurum, Turkey** – Turkish side Trabzonspor, currently holding their preseason training camp in Erzurum alongside Iranian giants Persepolis FC, has stirred controversy ahead of their scheduled friendly match. An announcement by the Turkish club regarding their friendly schedule against both Persepolis and Zob Ahan has been met with criticism after the star representing Persepolis’ championship titles was noticeably absent from the club’s logo in promotional materials.
The omission, which contrasts with the prominent display of Trabzonspor’s own star, has sparked outrage among Persepolis supporters. While no official statement has been released by either club, speculation suggests the logo alteration was likely an unintentional oversight, possibly due to unfamiliarity with Persepolis’ updated branding.
“We are confident this was an honest mistake,” one Iranian football pundit commented. “Given the proximity of the camps and the upcoming friendly, hopefully, Trabzonspor will quickly rectify the situation to avoid further escalating tensions.”
In addition to the clash with Trabzonspor, Persepolis will also face Alanyaspor, the former club of forward Sardar Dursun, in another friendly encounter during their stay in Turkey.
Meanwhile, Zob Ahan has officially confirmed their participation in the preseason camp in Turkey, joining Persepolis and Trabzonspor in preparing for the upcoming season on foreign soil. This solidifies a strong Iranian presence in Turkey’s preseason football landscape.
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