Nihat Kahveci
- Date of Birth: 23 November 1979
- Birthplace: Istanbul, Turkey{{Cite web
News from Eyefootball
Nihat Kahveci signs for Besiktas
Villarreal have agreed a deal with Besiktas for Nihat Kahveci, and the striker now looks forward to returning to his homeland - and former club - as of July 1st. The deal is believed to be worth around £5 million.
Turkey leave with heads held high
Turkey won many hearts at Euro 2008 and showed they can become a major force in world soccer thanks to their determination, skill and grace.
UEFA dismisses Turkey appeal
Do not get surprised if you see a Turkish striker wearing goal keeper gloves in the next match! Uefa dismissed Turkey's appeal to call up replacements for the injury and suspension ridden squad, a cruel blow to the Turkish hopes of reaching the final of Euro 2008.
Terim leaves out Basturk
Like the rest of the nations competing this Summer, Fatih Terim has today announced his 23 man squad for the tournament.
Sukur to miss Euro 2008
Turkey have announced a 26 man squad that their Euro 2008 squad will be made from, and there is a surprise omission from Fatih Terim, who left his former Galatasaray junior Hakan Sukur out of the squad.
Nihat happy to finish 2nd
Turkish striker Nihat Kahveci has praised his Villarreal teammates for ensuring that the club finished second in La Liga to overcome the threat of third placed Barcelona. The Yellow Submarines have performed admirably this year and have impressed; and the side have been rewarded with Champions League qualification.
Villarreal miss out on top
Villarreal missed out on a superb opportunity to move to the top of La Liga as they were held to a 1-1 draw with Primera Liga newcomers Almeria. It would've been the first time in "The Yellow Submarines" history they would've nabbed top spot.
Villarreal go top of La Liga
Villarreal have gone top of La Liga thanks to a 2-0 victory over Racing Santander. First half goals from Turkish international Nihat Kahveci and Guiseppe Rossi secured pole position on goal difference from local rivals Valencia, who laboured to a 2-1 win over Getafe.
La Liga: Sevilla move to 2nd
Sevilla had the perfect preparation for their Champions League game with Arsenal on Wednesday, thanks to a 4-1 victory over Recreativo. Elsewhere, Thierry Henry still waits for his first goal for Barcelona as the Catalans drew 0-0 with Osasuna.
