Montella's status as Turkiye coach uncertain after Italy defeat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Vincenzo Montella's future as coach of Turkiye is under scrutiny following a 3-1 defeat to Italy on October 5 in Bologna. This loss marks Turkiye's fourth consecutive defeat in the Nations League, placing them at the bottom of Group A1 without any points. Turkish media, including Fanatik and Hürriyet, are calling for Montella's resignation, stating that his tenure has not produced results. Chants demanding his exit echoed from fans after the recent home game, adding pressure to federation president İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu. Montella responded to the criticism, deeming it 'illogical' and highlighting his previous achievements during his two-year tenure, which include promotion to the Nations League top tier.
- •Turkiye lost 3-1 to Italy on October 5 in the Nations League.
- •This defeat makes it four losses for Turkiye in the Nations League.
- •Montella's future is in doubt, with calls from media for his resignation.
- •Fans chanted for Montella's resignation after the recent home game.
- •Montella describes criticism as 'illogical' and cites past successes.
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Turkiye press to Montella: ‘Take a severance package and stay in Italy’
"Vincenzo Montella’s future as Turkiye coach is in serious doubt after Monday’s 3-1 defeat to Italy in Bologna, with the country’s press openly calling for him to go.According to Tuttomercatoweb,...
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