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Turkish manager Fatih Terim signs with Al-Shabab, leads 1st training in Qatar

Turkish manager Fatih Terim signs with Al-Shabab, leads 1st training in Qatar Renowned coach Fatih Terim has signed with Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab (AA Photo via X)
By Newsroom
Dec 28, 2024 5:27 PM

Turkish manager Fatih Terim signed with Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab and led his first training session in Doha, Qatar. Arriving from Istanbul, Terim was warmly greeted by club officials before meeting his new squad on the pitch.

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Why it matters

Terim’s appointment at Al-Shabab adds another high-profile name to the Saudi Pro League, which has been attracting global attention and star talent. Known for his successful stints with top European and Turkiye-based clubs, Terim brings significant experience to a league positioning itself among the world’s most competitive.

Details

  • First session: Terim, 71, conducted an initial workout featuring warm-up drills, passing exercises, and a small-sided match. His backroom staff includes familiar faces such as Hamza Hamzaoglu, Levent Sahin, Metin Cakiroglu, Ozan Ozerkan, Yasin Kucuk, Mert Cetin and Eray Sozen.
  • Current standing: Al-Shabab sits sixth in the Saudi Pro League with 23 points through 13 matches. The team is aiming to climb the table under Terim’s guidance.
  • Arrival in Doha: Terim landed in Qatar, where Al-Shabab is holding camp, after boarding a private flight from Istanbul. Club officials greeted him at Hamad International Airport, presenting him with an Al-Shabab scarf.
Legendary Fatih Terim signs with Al-Shabab, leads 1st training in Qatar
Suudi Arabistan Pro Ligi ekiplerinden Al-Shabab ile anlaşan teknik direktör Fatih Terim, yeni takımının başında ilk antrenmanına çıktı. İstanbul’dan dün uçakla takımın kamp yaptığı Katar’ın başkenti Doha’ya gelen Terim, bugün takımla ilk kez bir araya geldi. ( Mohammed Dabbous – Anadolu Ajansı )
Legendary Fatih Terim signs with Al-Shabab, leads 1st training in Qatar
Suudi Arabistan Pro Ligi ekiplerinden Al-Shabab ile anlaşan teknik direktör Fatih Terim, yeni takımının başında ilk antrenmanına çıktı. İstanbul’dan dün uçakla takımın kamp yaptığı Katar’ın başkenti Doha’ya gelen Terim, bugün takımla ilk kez bir araya geldi. ( Mohammed Dabbous – Anadolu Ajansı )
Turkish manager Fatih Terim signs with Al-Shabab, leads 1st training in Qatar
Suudi Arabistan Pro Ligi ekiplerinden Al-Shabab ile anlaşan teknik direktör Fatih Terim, yeni takımının başında ilk antrenmanına çıktı. İstanbul’dan dün uçakla takımın kamp yaptığı Katar’ın başkenti Doha’ya gelen Terim, bugün takımla ilk kez bir araya geldi. ( Mohammed Dabbous – Anadolu Ajansı )
Turkish manager Fatih Terim signs with Al-Shabab, leads 1st training in Qatar
Suudi Arabistan Pro Ligi ekiplerinden Al-Shabab ile anlaşan teknik direktör Fatih Terim, yeni takımının başında ilk antrenmanına çıktı. İstanbul’dan dün uçakla takımın kamp yaptığı Katar’ın başkenti Doha’ya gelen Terim, bugün takımla ilk kez bir araya geldi. ( Mohammed Dabbous – Anadolu Ajansı )

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Terim described the Saudi Pro League as a rapidly growing competition that has caught global attention, especially after notable signings of both star players and experienced coaches. He acknowledged receiving multiple offers from Asia and Europe during his downtime but stated that the opportunity with Al-Shabab stood out as a new challenge.

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Beyond Al-Shabab, Terim also commented on Turkiye’s national team, expressing optimism about its FIFA World Cup prospects. As one of Turkiye’s most celebrated coaches, his move to Saudi Arabia reflects the league’s evolving reputation and ongoing efforts to attract worldwide football talent and expertise.

Last Updated:  Dec 28, 2024 5:27 PM