births
February 28, 1898
Zeki Rıza Sporel, Turkish footballer (died 1969)
Zeki Rıza Sporel
Zeki Rıza Sporel was a Turkish football player and a politician. He plied his trade at the striker position for Fenerbahçe and the Turkey national football team. His career started in the Fenerbahçe youth teams until he was promoted to the senior team. Zeki spent his entire career with the club, setting numerous records. He was also a forerunner for Turkey, becoming the first player to score for the team. He is often cited as one of the best strikers in Turkish football history. He was also active in politics as he became a member of the Democrat Party in 1946.
February 28
February 28 is the 59th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 306 days remain until the end of the year.