Burak Yılmaz

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Burak Yılmaz's career is marked by exceptional achievements that have cemented his place in Turkish football history. His 33-goal season in 2011–12 remains a benchmark for striker efficiency in modern Turkish football, earning him the prestigious Altın Ayakkabı award. Beyond domestic success, his 55 goals in 72 matches for Lille OSC highlight his ability to excel on the European stage, making him one of the most successful Turkish players abroad. His unique feat of playing for all four major Turkish clubs further distinguishes him as a versatile and adaptable athlete.

AwardsBurak Yılmaz's major awards include winning the Süper Lig Top Scorer (Altın Ayakkabı) in the 2011–12 season with 33 goals. He also secured the Turkish Cup and the Turkish Super Cup with Trabzonspor. His individual excellence was recognized with a spot in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year in 2013 following his performances for Lille OSC.

Records & Feats

One of Two Players to Play for Big Four Clubs

Career Milestone·2016

Yılmaz is one of only two players, alongside Sergen Yalçın, to have played for Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe, Beşiktaş, and Trabzonspor.

First Turkish Player to Score Hat-Trick Against Real Madrid in Champions League

Historic First·2012

In 2012, Yılmaz scored a hat-trick against Real Madrid, becoming the first Turkish player to achieve this feat in the UEFA Champions League.