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Fenerbahçe knocked out of Champions League

Published by Hurriyet on Wed, 08/14/2024 - 09:30

Fenerbahçe exited the Champions League after losing 2-1 in extra time to Lille in the second leg of the third qualifying round on Aug. 13 night.

Jonathan David's penalty secured Lille a place in the next round as the French club snatched a 3-2 aggregate victory in Türkiye, marking a disappointing start to Jose Mourinho's time in charge of Fenerbahçe.

Fenerbahçe beat Galatasaray 2-1 in nail-biter Turkish Süper Lig derby

Published by Hurriyet on Mon, 11/22/2021 - 07:06

Fenerbahçe breathed a sigh of relief on Nov. 21 night in the Turkish Süper Lig, coming from behind to beat archrival Galatasaray 2-1 in an away game.

The victory in the tense game was Fenerbahçe's first league win in five games and came at a time coach Vitor Pereira and club chairman Ali Koç were under immense pressure.

Turkey lose against Switzerland 3-1, out of EURO 2020

Published by Hurriyet on Mon, 06/21/2021 - 08:32

Turkey's EURO 2020 journey ended without any point after losing against Switzerland 3-1 in their last Group A match on June 20 at the Baku Olympic Stadium.

Turkey was close to score just in the fourth minute, but Kaan Ayhan's powerful long-range strike was blocked by goalkeeper Sommer.

Switzerland took an early lead in their first attempt.