Key Takeaways:
- Fenerbahçe confirmed their separation with José Mourinho following elimination by Benfica in the Champions League playoff round
- The Turkish side suffered a 1-0 aggregate defeat to the Lisbon club and will now participate in the Europa League
- Mourinho’s tenure concluded with 62 matches: 37 wins, 14 draws, and 11 losses, without securing the league title
Champions League Exit Seals Mourinho’s Fate at Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe have officially ended their association with José Mourinho, with the club announcing the decision after their disappointing campaign in the Champions League playoff rounds. The Istanbul giant’s management have cited their 1-0 aggregate defeat to Benfica, which resulted in elimination from the continent’s premier club competition, as the driving factor behind the move.
🚨 BREAKING: Fenerbahçe part ways with José Mourinho as Portuguese head coach won’t continue at the club. ⚠️
The decision has been made after missing on qualification to Champions League. pic.twitter.com/xNcRqRYfH0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 29, 2025
Despite high expectations, Fenerbahçe’s ambition to reach the group stage of the Champions League was frustrated by the Portuguese powerhouse. Falling short has consigned them to the Europa League instead, a major blow given the club’s aspirations at the outset of the campaign.
League Disappointments Influence Club’s Decision
Mourinho, who was appointed at the beginning of the 2024/25 season, was also unable to secure the Turkish Super Lig title in the previous year. The championship went to arch-rivals Galatasaray, adding further frustration to the club’s supporters and hierarchy.
The club issued an official statement: “We have parted ways with José Mourinho, who was the coach of the men’s team since last season 2024/25. We thank him for his efforts and wish him success in the next steps in his career.”
Mourinho’s Record at Fenerbahçe
| Competition | Matches | Wins | Draws | Defeats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Competitions | 62 | 37 | 14 | 11 |
Over the course of his tenure, José Mourinho oversaw 62 matches in all competitions, amassing 37 victories, 14 draws, and 11 defeats.
With Mourinho’s departure, Fenerbahçe now face the challenge of regrouping ahead of their Europa League campaign, and the search for a new manager will be a priority as they look to achieve their objectives both domestically and in Europe.
