Fenerbahçe’s 2024 Review: Strong Performances, No Trophies
After ending a nine-year trophy drought in 2023 by winning the Turkish Cup under Jorge Jesus, Fenerbahçe closed 2024 without any silverware.
The team began the year under İsmail Kartal’s management and delivered a strong league performance during the 2023-24 season, finishing second with 99 points but missing out on the title to Galatasaray, who earned 102 points. However, Fenerbahçe exited the Turkish Cup and UEFA Conference League at the quarterfinal stage.
55 Official Matches Played
Fenerbahçe participated in 55 official matches in 2024—37 league games, 14 European fixtures, 3 Turkish Cup games, and 1 TFF Super Cup match. The team recorded 37 wins, 9 draws, and 9 losses, with 29 matches under Kartal and 26 under Mourinho.
Cup Performances
The Turkish Cup run ended in disappointment, with Fenerbahçe being eliminated by MKE Ankaragücü in the quarterfinals. In Europe, the team reached the UEFA Conference League quarterfinals but was knocked out by Olympiakos on penalties after a 3-3 aggregate tie.
Super Cup Protest
Fenerbahçe fielded its U19 team for the TFF Super Cup final against Galatasaray in protest against controversial refereeing decisions during the league. The team walked off early, forfeiting the match.
Transfers and Changes
In 2024, Fenerbahçe signed 11 players, including high-profile names like Allan Saint-Maximin, Sofyan Amrabat, and Filip Kostić. The club also transitioned between two managers, replacing İsmail Kartal with Jose Mourinho mid-year.
A Disappointing End
Under Mourinho, Fenerbahçe ended 2024 trailing the league leaders by 8 points and ranked 21st in the new 36-team UEFA Europa League format, leaving fans hopeful for a stronger showing in 2025.
