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Amed Sportif Faaliyetler Kulübü, commonly known as Amedspor, is a sports club based in Diyarbakır, Turkey. Formerly named Diyarbakır Büyükşehir Belediyespor, its football section plays in the TFF First League since the 2024–25 season.
History
The club was established in 1972 and competed in the amateur leagues for many years as Melikahmet Turanspor, because of a sponsorship with Turan Gazozlar. The club colours were red and white. In 1985 the club name changed into Melikahmetspor after the naming rights/sponsorship had ended.
The Diyarbakır municipality bought the club in 1990 and changed its name to Diyarbakır Belediyespor. In 1993 the club changed its name into Diyarbakır Büyükşehir Belediyespor, after becoming a metropolitan municipality. DEHAP mayor Feridun Çelik changed the club name in 1999 to Diyarbakır Büyükşehir Belediyesi DİSKİspor in order to generate income from Diyarbakır Büyükşehir Belediyesi Su ve Kanalizasyon İdaresi (DİSKİ). At the beginning of the 2010–11 season the general assembly decided to alter the name once again into Diyarbakır Büyükşehir Belediyespor.
In October 2014, they changed their name to Amedspor without official approval, and therefore had been fined by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF). The objection of the TFF was because of the existence of the original Amedspor, which later on changed its name into Amidaspor. However, when the team changed its name to Amed Sportif Faaliyetler Kulübü, TFF announced that it accepted this new name.
The club's colors are green and white, which are prominently featured in their home kit. Amedspor plays its home matches at the Diyarbakır Stadium, where fans create an electrifying atmosphere, showcasing their unwavering support for the team. The club is not only focused on sporting success but also emphasizes social responsibility, engaging in various community initiatives and promoting inclusivity.
Amedspor has faced challenges both on and off the pitch, but its resilience and determination have made it a beloved institution in Turkish football. The team continues to strive for success, aiming to rise through the ranks and make a significant impact in Turkish football while representing the hopes and aspirations of its supporters.