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Bursaspor, a Turkish football club based in Bursa, has a rich history and notable achievements. Founded in 1963, the club quickly rose through the ranks of Turkish football and reached the top-flight Süper Lig in 1967. Bursaspor's home venue is the Bursa Büyükşehir Belediye Stadium, also known as the Timsah Arena, which can hold over 43,000 spectators. The club's nickname is "Yeşil Timsahlar" (Green Crocodiles), derived from their green and white team colors. Bursaspor's most significant accomplishment came in the 2009-2010 season when they clinched their first and only Süper Lig title, becoming the first club outside Istanbul's "big three" (Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe, and Beşiktaş) to win the championship in over 25 years. This triumph marked a historic moment for the club and its passionate fanbase.