Fenerbahçe have announced the departure of manager Tedesco following their 2-1 derby defeat to Beşiktaş on Sunday. The loss has left the Istanbul-based club struggling in the Turkish Süper Lig table.
According to sources, the club’s board of directors made the decision to sack Tedesco after a string of poor results, including a 3-0 defeat to Galatasaray in their previous match. The departure of the German manager comes at a critical time for Fenerbahçe, with the team still reeling from the derby loss and just a few weeks away from the 2026 World Cup.
Background
Tedesco, who was appointed as Fenerbahçe manager in 2022, had been under pressure from fans and the club’s hierarchy following a series of disappointing results. The 45-year-old German coach had previously managed Stuttgart and Schalke in the Bundesliga.
Fenerbahçe are currently seventh in the Turkish Süper Lig table, seven points behind leaders Galatasaray. The club’s next match is against Antalyaspor on May 1, kick-off 5:00pm EEST.
Reaction
The news of Tedesco’s departure has sent shockwaves through the Turkish football community, with many fans expressing their disappointment on social media. Fenerbahçe’s president, Aziz Yıldırım, has yet to comment on the situation.
According to sources, the club’s board of directors will hold an emergency meeting to discuss the future of the team and the potential appointment of a new manager.
Up next
Fenerbahçe travel to Antalyaspor on May 1, kick-off 5:00pm EEST.
References
- AP
- Sport
