Hafiz Mustafa 1864 Hosts Tottenham Hotspur and Turkish Community Football Federation

London, United Kingdom — Hafız Mustafa 1864 welcomed representatives from Tottenham Hotspur’s Spurs in the Community and the Turkish Community Football Federation (TTFF) to its London Knightsbridge branch for a partnership signing ceremony celebrating the federation’s 50th anniversary.

Following discussions between the two organizations, the agreement aims to establish new football opportunities for Turkish children and youth living in the UK. Plans aim to support athletic growth, education, and stronger ties to professional football.

Hafız Mustafa 1864 Honorary Chairman; Avni Ongurlar; and Director Ahmet Halit Demir attended the ceremony and welcomed representatives from both organizations.

For Hafız Mustafa, hosting the meeting was a meaningful opportunity to support the Turkish community in Britain and contribute to cooperation between two organizations with a shared interest in youth.

Tottenham Hotspur and TTFF Agree to Develop Joint Projects

Established in 1976, the Turkish Community Football Federation commemorates 50 years of service within Britain's Turkish community.

The federation has spent five decades organizing football competitions and supporting young players through community sports programs.

The agreement with Spurs in the Community establishes opportunities for collaboration in youth football, training, personal development, and community participation.

Elizabeth Mings, Tara Tewarie, Darren Phillips, and Mustafa Güzeltas attended on behalf of Tottenham Hotspur.

TTFF was represented by President İrfan Davulcular, Vice President Ertan Cemal, Honorary President Levent Ruso, and Board Member Selma Nazlı Aydın.

The organizations are expected to announce further details concerning their proposed activities and future projects.

Avni Ongurlar: “We Are Cultural Ambassadors”

Hafız Mustafa 1864 Honorary Chairman Avni Ongurlar welcomed the agreement and expressed his appreciation for TTFF's work over the past 50 years.

We are cultural ambassadors. Hafız Mustafa has maintained Turkish culinary traditions since 1864, and we remain consistently honored to back efforts that serve our community. It is a privilege for us to host this meeting. I sincerely hope this partnership creates valuable opportunities for youth.

Ongurlar expressed his support for the federation's activities and congratulated its representatives on their 50th anniversary.

During the ceremony, he personally presented TTFF President İrfan Davulcular with a Hafız Mustafa 1864 lapel pin as a gesture of friendship and appreciation.

Representatives of TTFF extended their appreciation to Ongurlar and the Hafız Mustafa team for their generous hospitality and support.

Ahmet Halit Demir: “Cultural Cooperation Matters to Us”

Hafız Mustafa 1864 Director Ahmet Halit Demir spoke about the importance of hosting community initiatives at the Knightsbridge branch.

Our London branch is a point for Turkish culture and hospitality. It is a privilege to receive Tottenham Hotspur and TTFF for this meeting. We believe cultural teamwork creates ties and opportunities for the youth after us. We are honored to be part of this partnership.

Demir also congratulated the Turkish Community Football Federation on its anniversary and wished both organizations success with their upcoming projects.

TTFF President İrfan Davulcular Thanks Tottenham Hotspur and Hafız Mustafa

TTFF President İrfan Davulcular described the agreement as an important development for the federation and the wider Turkish community in Britain.

Davulcular thanked Tottenham Hotspur for its trust and cooperation and expressed his appreciation to everyone involved in preparing the agreement.

He emphasized the importance of providing young people with access to sports and encouraging families to support their children's participation in football.

“Our future is in the hands of our youth,” Davulcular said.

He shared his hope for a long-term partnership that would open up real chances for youth in the Turkish community.

Davulcular also thanked Hafız Mustafa 1864 for hosting the signing ceremony at its Knightsbridge branch.

Hafız Mustafa’s Knightsbridge Branch Welcomes a Community Partnership

Hafız Mustafa opened its London Knightsbridge flagship in September 2024, introducing its traditional Turkish confectionery to guests in the British capital.

Founded in Istanbul in 1864, Hafız Mustafa has maintained its culinary heritage for 162 years and continues to share Turkish desserts and hospitality through its international operations.

The Knightsbridge branch provides an opportunity to strengthen relationships with local organizations and participate in activities involving the Turkish community.

Hosting the TTFF and Tottenham Hotspur event meant a lot, especially with the federation's long-standing role and its work with youth across Britain.

The meeting connected a Turkish community sports organization with one of England's best-known football clubs at an address closely associated with Turkish cultural heritage.

A Partnership for the Next Generation

A fresh era of cooperation focused on youth and football begins with the agreement between TTFF and Spurs in the Community.

Future initiatives are anticipated to aid athletic training and personal development, and to enhance football opportunities for Turkish youth living in the UK.

Further announcements will provide details about the programs and their implementation.

Hafız Mustafa 1864 congratulates the Turkish Community Football Federation on its 50th anniversary and wishes TTFF and Tottenham Hotspur every success in their partnership.

We were genuinely pleased to welcome both organizations to our Knightsbridge branch and to host a meeting with such positive ambitions for the Turkish community in London.