The Ziraat Turkey Cup semi-final matchups have been officially confirmed following the conclusion of the quarter-final stage, with four teams advancing to compete for a place in the May 24 final. According to verified information from the Turkish Football Federation and multiple reputable Turkish sports outlets, the semi-final fixtures are set to feature Gençlerbirliği against Trabzonspor and Beşiktaş facing Konyaspor.
The draw, which took place after the quarter-finals concluded on April 23, 2026, produced two compelling matchups that highlight the tournament’s unexpected trajectory this season. Both Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, traditional powerhouses of Turkish football, were eliminated in the quarter-finals, opening the path for the current semi-finalists.
Regarding scheduling, the Turkish Football Federation has confirmed that both semi-final matches will be played as single-leg fixtures on one of three possible dates: May 12, 13, or 14, 2026. The exact dates and kick-off times have not yet been finalized, with the federation indicating that announcements regarding the specific schedule will be made in the coming days.
The Gençlerbirliği-Trabzonspor tie is scheduled for one of the May 12-14 window, even as the Beşiktaş-Konyaspor match will take place on either May 5, 6, or 7, 2026. This adjustment to the Beşiktaş-Konyaspor fixture date stems from a prior commitment involving Beşiktaş Park Stadium, which is set to host the UEFA Europa League Final on May 20, 2026.
As stated in an official release from the Turkish Football Federation: “UEFA Europa League Final this season on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Beşiktaş Park Stadium will host the event. Due to the final match, Beşiktaş Park Stadium needs to be handed over to UEFA after May 10. If Beşiktaş advances to the Ziraat Turkey Cup semi-finals, their semi-final match, which would originally be played on May 12, 13, or 14, will be moved to May 5, 6, or 7.”
The winner of each semi-final tie will advance to the final, which is confirmed to take place on May 24, 2026, at a neutral venue yet to be announced. The champion of this year’s Ziraat Turkey Cup will earn qualification for the 2026 Turkish Super Cup and the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League play-off round.
This year’s tournament has seen 155 teams participate, including 139 professional and 16 amateur clubs, competing across a format that includes four preliminary rounds, a group stage, and knockout rounds. The competition began on September 2, 2025, and is scheduled to conclude with the final on May 24, 2026.
As the semi-final matchups are now set, attention turns to how each team will prepare for these crucial encounters. Gençlerbirliği will look to continue their cup run against a Trabzonspor side aiming to add silverware to their recent achievements, while Beşiktaş and Konyaspor prepare for a match that now carries added significance due to the scheduling adjustment related to the Europa League Final commitments.
Fans awaiting further details on match times and venues are advised to monitor official Turkish Football Federation channels for the confirmed schedule, which will be released once all logistical considerations, including stadium availability and broadcast requirements, have been finalized.
The semi-finals represent the penultimate stage of Turkey’s premier domestic cup competition, with the winner set to etch their name in the history of the 64th edition of the tournament. As the May fixtures approach, all four remaining teams will be focused on securing their place in what promises to be a highly anticipated final on May 24, 2026.
Stay tuned to Archysport for continuing coverage of the Ziraat Turkey Cup as the semi-final matchups are finalized and the path to the championship becomes clearer.
