The secret tunnel leading to Liverpool from underneath Galatasaray High School

This chapter brings together historical and mystical narratives, beyond football, concerning Galatasaray and Liverpool—both renowned worldwide for their sports clubs. While tracing the origins of Galatasaray back to the Ottoman dervish Gül Baba and the sorrowful memories of the Gallipoli Campaign, it emphasizes the cultural depth of the institution. On the other hand, Liverpool is introduced through local folktales such as the giant Liver birds, mysterious tunnels, and ghost stories. It demonstrates that Galatasaray and Liverpool are not merely sports icons, but rather carry a rich heritage shaped by legends and collective memory. Thus, this section aims to unearth the mystical and historical realities behind their well-known modern identities.