Galatasaray shirt given to Cevad Prekazi’s family to honour his final wish

At a ceremony for Cevad Prekazi at Partizan Stadium in Belgrade, a Galatasaray delegation gave his family the shirt he had requested for his funeral.

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Mirat Haber

13/11/2026 03:09

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A Galatasaray shirt was handed to Cevad Prekazi’s family at a memorial and funeral ceremony at Partizan Stadium in Belgrade, in accordance with his wish that it be used at his funeral. According to Sözcü, the ceremony brought together the former footballer’s family, relatives and friends from both clubs, with a Galatasaray delegation also attending.

Key facts from the ceremony

The memorial and funeral ceremony took place at the stadium of Partizan, where Prekazi played during his career.
A Galatasaray delegation brought the shirt to Belgrade.
The shirt was given to Prekazi’s family for use at his funeral, as he had requested.
Türkiye’s ambassador to Belgrade, İlhan Saygılı, also attended the ceremony.

How was Prekazi’s final wish honoured?

According to Galatasaray Vice-President Sedat Artukoğlu’s remarks at the ceremony, Prekazi had wanted a Galatasaray shirt to be used at his funeral. Artukoğlu said he and members of the club’s board had brought the shirt to Belgrade. It was then handed to Prekazi’s family for that purpose. The report described this handover as the fulfilment of his final wish.

Remembering his Galatasaray years and goal against Monaco

Artukoğlu also spoke about Prekazi’s Galatasaray career. According to his account, Prekazi joined the club in 1985, played there for six years and played an important role in two league title wins.

His goal against Monaco in 1989 received particular attention in the speech. Artukoğlu said the goal remained firmly in Galatasaray supporters’ memories, underlining Prekazi’s importance in the club’s history.

Aleksandar Aca Trifunovic, who played alongside Prekazi at Partizan for seven seasons, also recalled their time together as footballers. Remembering the titles they won together and his former teammate’s left foot, Trifunovic said Prekazi was also remembered with respect at Galatasaray.

Tributes highlighted his character as well as his football

Türkiye’s ambassador to Belgrade, İlhan Saygılı, highlighted Prekazi’s personal qualities as well as his footballing ability. Saygılı said Prekazi had built close relationships with him, previous ambassadors and embassy staff, and had contributed to friendship between Türkiye and Serbia.

Partizan General Director Danko Lazovic thanked the Galatasaray delegation for attending the ceremony. Dejan Smiljanic, a close friend of Prekazi, focused his tribute on his character and the respect he commanded rather than his footballing achievements.

Questions about the farewell to Prekazi

Where was the ceremony for Cevad Prekazi held?

The memorial and funeral ceremony was held at Partizan Stadium in Belgrade.

Who brought the shirt intended for Prekazi’s funeral?

Galatasaray Vice-President Sedat Artukoğlu and members of the club’s board brought the Galatasaray shirt to Belgrade. It was handed to Prekazi’s family for use at his funeral, in accordance with his wishes.