Turkish side Fenerbahce announced the managerial change on Tuesday, securing their former player from Kasimpasa. The team currently sits in sixth place in the Super Lig standings after gathering 16 points through their opening 10 matches. In addition to addressing their domestic standing, the new manager faces an immediate high-profile test with a Champions League fixture against Liverpool on Wednesday.
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The appointment marks a managerial return to the club where Belozoglu previously worked a…: The appointment marks a managerial return to the club where Belozoglu previously worked as an interim coach.
Fenerbahce must quickly adapt to new leadership ahead of a crucial Champions League showd…: Fenerbahce must quickly adapt to new leadership ahead of a crucial Champions League showdown against Liverpool.
The incoming coach brings European pedigree as a former professional player for both Inte…: The incoming coach brings European pedigree as a former professional player for both Inter Milan and Newcastle United.
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Nov 3 : Turkish club Fenerbahce have appointed Emre Belozoglu as coach, the Super Lig side said on Tuesday.
• Belozoglu, 46, returns to Fenerbahce after a brief interim stint in 2021
• The former midfielder replaces Ismail Kartal after Dirk Kuyt's brief interim spell
• Belozoglu arrives from Kasimpasa and will face Liverpool in the Champions League on Wednesday
• Fenerbahce are sixth in the Super Lig with 16 points after 10 matches
• Belozoglu previously played at Inter Milan and Newcastle United before retiring in 2020
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