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Seagull Revived After Being Struck by Goalkeeper’s Clearance in Istanbul Play-Off Final

The rescued bird is receiving veterinary care for wing injuries after briefly regaining consciousness.

Overview

  • During the 22nd minute, Istanbul Yurdum Spor goalkeeper Muhammed Uyanik hit a low‑flying seagull with a long clearance, leaving it motionless.
  • Team captain Gani Catan administered chest compressions for about two minutes before handing the bird to pitchside medics.
  • A stadium commentator reported complete silence in the ground during the on‑field rescue.
  • Club representatives said the seagull came back to consciousness and sustained wing injuries, and BILD reported it was no longer flight‑capable and was moved to veterinary care.
  • Yurdum Spor’s chairman, Ali Sait Gürdamur, said the bird should still be alive and noted the team later lost on penalties 2:4.