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Turkey Fan in Black-and-White Face Paint Becomes a World Cup Viral Sensation

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By גיא רייט

First reported by N12 · Jun 16, 2026

What happened

Necdet Ölçerman, a Beşiktaş fan from Turkey, went viral during Turkey’s World Cup match against Australia for his black-and-white face paint and matching contact lenses. After Turkey’s 2-0 loss, he drew global attention and online jokes ahead of the team’s next games against Paraguay and the United States.

  • 01Necdet Ölçerman went viral at Turkey’s World Cup match against Australia.
  • 02His black-and-white face paint matched Beşiktaş’s club colors.
  • 03He was previously seen in a similar look at Euro 2024.
  • 04Turkey lost 2-0, then faced Paraguay and the United States next.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
OrganizationsBeşiktaş
PlacesTurkey, Australia, Paraguay, United States

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

N12Center · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Turkey Fan in Black-and-White Face Paint Becomes a World Cup Viral Sensation
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Turkish Fan in Black-and-White Face Paint Becomes a World Cup Viral Sensation

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