On 12 February 2023, Turkish Football Federation announced Hatayspor's withdrawal from the league due to the 2023 Turkey–Syria earthquake, which widely hit the club's home city.

[1] On 18 February, having been missing since the quake, first-team player Christian Atsu's body was found and he was later pronounced dead.

[2][3][4] Three days later, the body of sporting director Taner Savut was recovered close to where Atsu had been found.

[5] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.