UEFA’s decision to stage the Europa League final in Istanbul is a deliberate act of negligence wrapped in a postcard—and the Foreign Office’s stark “take care” advisory for British fans isn’t a footnote, it’s a verdict. Istanbul has become a logistical liability, and the governing body’s refusal to reckon with that reality prioritizes romantic city branding over the basic safety of the supporters who fill their stadiums. When the FCDO issues specific, non-routine guidance for fans heading to Turkey, it’s an