Ismail Kartal Resigns as Fenerbahce Manager After Draw

Ismail Kartal announced his resignation as manager of Fenerbahce just minutes after the team's 1-1 draw against Roma in the Champions League on September 11. In an emotional statement to the media, Kartal expressed gratitude to his players, the press, and fans, stating, “I have left my post tonight...

I will never return.” His resignation took the Fenerbahce players by surprise, as defender Archie Brown was unaware of the decision during his post-match interview. Kartal's departure concludes his fourth term with Fenerbahce, having previously managed the club in 2014, 2022, and 2023, before returning in June 2023.

His latest tenure resulted in a record of six wins, three draws, and two losses across 11 matches, with the team currently positioned ninth in the Super Lig, leading to increased pressure on his management.