The Ancient Theater of Antiphellos in Antalya becomes a venue for watching the Turkish national team match
The FIFA World Cup 2026 football fever has officially taken over the planet. The energy of the tournament is rapidly spreading across the world, reaching far beyond the host countries and official stadiums. Türkiye has not stayed away from this grand event: in dozens of cities across the country, fans gather in squares and open-air amphitheaters to watch intense matches together on giant screens.
In Türkiye, the spirit of the World Cup takes on a truly unique character, unfolding against the backdrop of stunning natural landscapes and architectural monuments. A striking example is the giant screen installed directly on the stone tiers of the ancient Antiphellos Theater in Kaş, a charming coastal town in Antalya province, considered one of the jewels of the Turkish Riviera. It was here that fans gathered to support the Turkish national team in its opening match against Australia.
Football passion above the turquoise Mediterranean
For centuries, ancient theaters served as places where people gathered to celebrate, socialize, and share important emotions. Today, these historical venues are once again reclaiming their former role, transforming into vibrant cultural spaces hosting concerts, festivals, and major sporting broadcasts. Watching a football match surrounded by the ruins of ancient civilizations offers visitors an unmatched experience, where modern emotions blend seamlessly with the timeless grandeur of Türkiye’s cultural heritage.
The atmosphere of the World Cup completely filled the ancient amphitheater, which has a capacity of 4,000 seats, drawing a full house of spectators eager to be part of this historic moment. Since all the stone seats were taken long before kickoff, many spectators brought folding chairs so as not to miss the game. Antiphellos, once an important port city of the Lycian League, became the perfect stage for a football celebration: its ancient stone tiers, overlooking the endless turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, created an unforgettable setting.
Such broadcasts will take place across Türkiye throughout the World Cup, bringing together locals and tourists in a shared passion for football. If you happen to be near such fan zones during your holiday, be sure to stop by and share in the excitement of victory with passionate Turkish fans and experience the unique atmosphere of the tournament.
And don’t forget to check the schedule of broadcasts in other nearby ancient cities!
