Fenerbahce Coach Ismail Kartal Resigns After Roma Draw, Only to Be Told He’s Staying by President
Fenerbahce coach Ismail Kartal announced his resignation after a Champions League draw with Roma, citing fan behavior. However, club president Aziz Yildirim immediately countered, stating Kartal would remain in charge, attributing the outburst to a bottle incident during the match.
Yildirim asserted his authority, telling Kartal he must continue, and emphasized the club’s familial bond. Kartal, a club legend, has had several tenures as coach.