Icardi, Mertens and Ziyech: Galatasaray stars’ names proposed for newborn lion cubs at zoo in southern Türkiye

ANTALYA, TÜRKİYE - MAY 2, 2024: The birth of three lion cubs has brought joy and delight to visitors at a local wildlife park in the Antalya province of southern Türkiye. Situated in the Manavgat district, the park, which already boasts a diverse array of animals including 28 lions, tigers, wolves, bears, monkeys, sea lions, reptiles, birds, and seals, has become a popular attraction for tourists and locals alike. The recent arrival of these lion cubs, born to the lioness named "Sultan" who previously birthed six cubs, has drawn attention from all corners. Visitors have suggested names like Icardi, Mertens, and Ziyech for the cubs, as “lions” stand for the nickname of Turkish giant Galatasaray and refer to the animal representing the club.(Footage by Oktay Özden/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)