Fatih Akyel

Turkish footballer and manager

Fatih Akyel - Turkish footballer and manager
Born

December 26th, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Turkey

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Played as a defender, Akyel started his professional career with Galatasaray and won multiple Süper Lig titles and the UEFA Cup in 2000. He later played for clubs like Ankaragücü and Vestel Manisaspor. Transitioning to management, Akyel took charge of several lower-tier teams in Turkey after retiring from playing.

Won the UEFA Cup with Galatasaray in 2000

Secured multiple Süper Lig titles

Managed various lower-league Turkish clubs

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