Fenerbahce announced Tuesday that it has parted ways with head coach Ismail Kartal, a day after the team lost 2-1 to Galatasaray in the Istanbul derby, APA reports citing Türkiye Today.
In a statement, the club said Kartal had told the board he wanted to leave his post and that the decision was reached after talks “in a framework of mutual understanding and respect.”
The yellow-and-navy club thanked Kartal for his “effort, dedication and commitment to Fenerbahce” and wished him success in the rest of his career. The statement gave no further details on the talks or on who would take over the team.
Fourth stint ended after 18 matches
The 65-year-old Kartal was appointed Fenerbahce coach for the fourth time on June 18. He was on the touchline for 18 matches in this spell, nine in the UEFA Champions League and nine in the Trendyol Super Lig, Türkiye’s top division.
Kartal’s record was nine wins, five draws and four defeats. His last match in charge was the 2-1 loss to Galatasaray, Fenerbahce’s crosstown rival. The fixture is one of the most closely watched in Turkish football.
Follow us on Telegram
t.me/apanewsaz
Follow us on Instagram
Follow us on TikTok
Follow us on Facebook
Follow us on X
