Fenerbahce in chaos after Champions League return, coach departs

Fenerbahce played on Thursday evening for the first time in eighteen years again in the Champions League, against AS Roma. The Turks ended in a 1‑1 draw, but there was no celebratory mood. Coach Ismail Kartal stated after the press conference that he will not return.

The match unfolded evenly, both teams scored one goal. Despite the level score the atmosphere remained tense, which the coach confirmed with his unexpected departure.

Players and supporters reacted bewildered to the news, with the future of the Turkish club now uncertain.