Ziya Şen

The North doesn't sit down. That yellow shout keeps going, match after match — led by the Vamos Bien group in the tribune fans call Ziya Şen.

Walk into the Kuzey (North) tribune at the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium and the name you hear loudest isn't a current squad star — it's Ziya Şen. Former player and legendary fan leader, his name is used colloquially for this north tribune area, but the organized supporter group that fills it is called Vamos Bien (formerly Genç Fenerbahçeliler). The culture they carry is full-throated, every single week, from the first whistle to the last — the North packed and roaring without a break.

Quick Facts

Affiliation: Fenerbahçe S.K.
Home base: Kuzey Tribunes, Sükrü Saracoğlu Stadium

Lore & Background

Throughout Fenerbahçe's history, the north tribune area — often called the Ziya Şen tribune by fans — has been a sanctuary for the club during its darkest hours and the loudest amplifier of its triumphs. The organized supporter culture in this section emerged in the early 2000s with groups like Vamos Bien (formerly Genç Fenerbahçeliler), not in the late 1980s. They are famous for their poetic banners (tifos) that often critique management or celebrate players with deep historical context, ensuring that the fans remain educated and engaged. Their presence transformed the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium from a mere venue into a fortress where the opposition feels the weight of history.

Reader's Guide

Matchdays at the Ziya Şen tribune are a sensory overload of yellow smoke, thunderous drums, and the scent of roasting chestnuts mixed with the salt of the nearby sea. The atmosphere is electric from the moment the gates open, with fans gathering hours early to sing traditional songs that date back to the 1960s. The tifos here are works of art, often depicting historical moments or paying tribute to legends like Ziya Şen himself or legendary players such as Turgay Şeren and Adnan Polat. These banners are unfurled with precision, turning the stand into a moving gallery of club history. Fan organizations within this sector operate on a strict code of loyalty and respect for tradition. They organize charity events and community gatherings off-season, ensuring that Fenerbahçe remains more than just a football club—it is a pillar of Kadıköy society.

Did You Know?

Fenerbahçe was officially founded on 3 May 1907 in Kadıköy, Istanbul, by Ziya Songülen, Ayetullah Bey and Necip Okaner.
The club's first president was Nurizade Ziya Songülen.
Fenerbahçe's home matches have been played at the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium since 1908.