Beşiktaş Secures Historic Entry Into EuroLeague for 2026-27 Season

 

Beşiktaş Secures Historic Entry Into EuroLeague for 2026-27 Season

In a major development for Turkish basketball, Beşiktaş Istanbul is set to join the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague for the 2026-27 season. The club will effectively expand its footprint in elite European basketball as the competition enters a new era.

Unanimous Approval and Team Changes

According to reports from multiple basketball outlets, the 13 shareholder clubs of the EuroLeague have unanimously approved Beşiktaş's participation for the upcoming campaign. The tournament is expected to maintain its 20-team format, with Beşiktaş replacing the French side AS Monaco. Head coach Duşan Alimpijević is projected to lead the Black Eagles during this continental campaign.

References and Sources

• BasketNews: EuroLeague teams for 2026-27 set to include new club

• Eurohoops: Beşiktaş joins EuroLeague for the 2026-27 season

• Sportando: EuroLeague 2026-27 rumors confirmed: Besiktas set to replace Monaco

• Basketball Sphere: Besiktas set to replace Monaco in EuroLeague, per reports