Fenerbahçe coach resigns

Coach Ismail Kartal has resigned from Fenerbahçe.

The Turkish club announced the news on Tuesday evening, a day after Fenerbahçe lost the derby to Galatasaray 2-1.

Kosovo striker Vedat Muriqi also played from the 82nd minute in Monday’s defeat.

“Our head coach, Ismail Kartal, has informed our management of his decision to resign and, following discussions, this decision has been accepted with mutual understanding and respect. We thank Ismail Kartal for his efforts, dedication and commitment to Fenerbahçe. We wish him success in his future career,” Fenerbahçe said in its statement.

Kartal leaves Fener in fifth place with 16 points, six fewer than Galatasaray, who occupy first place.