Mehmet Topal
Mehmet Topal is a renowned Turkish football player and manager, who has made significant contributions to Turkish football, notably as a midfielder for teams like Başakşehir and the Turkish national team, earning 81 caps. After a successful playing career, he transitioned into coaching, most recently managing Petrolul Ploieşti in Romania. In a recent interview, Topal expressed concerns about the current state of football in Turkey, citing issues of chaos and injustice within the sport, which has made him apprehensive about pursuing coaching opportunities in his home country.
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Mehmet Topal criticized Jose Mourinho's statement about Fenerbahçe, calling it unfortunate and wrong.
Mehmet Topal'dan Jose Mourinho'ya eleştiri: 'Talihsiz ve yanlış!'
Turkey· 2025-09-20
Mehmet Topal has ended his contractual relationship with Petrolul Ploiești.
Petrolul Ploiești l-a ales pe urmașul turcului Mehmet Topal. Contract valabil pe doi ani
Romania· 2025-06-03
Mehmet Topal, the manager of Petrolul Ploieşti, did not extend his contract with the Romanian team due to disagreements and unfulfilled promises.
Petrolul Ploieşti'de Mehmet Topal dönemi sona erdi!Turkey· 2025-05-23
Mehmet Topal has returned to manage Petrolul Ploieşti after a successful previous tenure.
Petrolul Ploieşti’de Mehmet Topal dönemi yeniden başladı!Turkey· 2025-03-20
Mehmet Topal is one of the referees officiating the match between Galatasaray Daikin and Kuzeyboru.
Galatasaray Daikin, Kuzeyboru'yu 3-1'le geçti!Turkey· 2025-03-19
Mehmet Topal has returned to Petrolul after the departure of Adrian Mutu.
Dorinel Munteanu bifează a 15-a echipă din carieră. Doar 8 echipe din Superligă nu și-au schimbat antrenorul în acest sezonRomania· 2025-03-18
Mehmet Topal has returned to Petrolul Ploieşti after a successful stint as a player and coach.
Mehmet Topal yeniden Petrolul Ploieşti’de! Resmen açıklandıTurkey· 2025-03-18Mehmet Topal expressed his fears about working in Turkey's chaotic football environment.
Mehmet Topal'dan Spor Arena'ya özel açıklamalar: 'Türkiye'de çalışmaktan çok korkuyorum, büyük adaletsizlikler var'Turkey· 2025-02-17