Amedspor — officially Amed Sportif Faaliyetler Kulübü (Amed SK) — is a professional football club based in Diyarbakır. Promoted to the Süper Lig for the first time in its history in the 2025-2026 season, it is one of Turkish football's most talked-about clubs, both for its results and the cultural identity it carries.
The meaning of the name: why 'Amed'?
"Amed" is one of the historic names of the city of Diyarbakır. Derived from the Syriac Amid, it is pronounced Amed or Amêd in Kurdish. Carrying this name makes the club a symbol of belonging and pride for many supporters. The club adopted the name by a general assembly decision in 2014; it was officially recognised by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) in 2015 as Amed Sportif Faaliyetler Kulübü.
A short history and name changes
The club's roots go back to 1972. Over the years it went through many name changes: 1972-1985 Melikahmet Turanspor (in red-and-white, sponsored by Turan Gazozları), 1985-1990 Melikahmetspor, then in 1990 Diyarbakır Belediyespor after the municipality bought the club (this date is cited as the official founding year), followed by the Büyükşehir Belediyespor and DİSKİspor eras. The club adopted its current green-and-red colours in 2013 and took the name Amedspor in 2015.
Its new crest features the double-headed eagle found in Diyarbakır's Inner Fortress — a nod to the city's historic and cultural fabric.
Promotion to the Süper Lig
Amedspor finished the 2025-2026 season second in the TFF First League with 74 points, earning direct promotion to the Süper Lig without the play-offs — for the first time in its history. The new season begins on 14 August 2026, with the club set to face Turkey's established sides such as Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe, Beşiktaş and Trabzonspor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amedspor?
Amedspor, officially Amed Sportif Faaliyetler Kulübü, is a professional football club based in Diyarbakır. It was promoted to the Süper Lig for the first time in the 2025-2026 season.
Is Amedspor a Kurdish club?
Amedspor is based in Diyarbakır, a city with a strong Kurdish cultural presence, and its name 'Amed' is the Kurdish name for the city. Many supporters see it as a symbol of regional and cultural identity, though officially it competes within the Turkish football system.
What does 'Amed' mean?
Amed is one of the historic names of Diyarbakır, of Syriac origin, pronounced Amed/Amêd in Kurdish.
What are Amedspor's colours?
The club's colours are green and red, adopted in 2013.