16.02.2026 22:33
The Athletic investigated the 'toughest coaching jobs' in world sports with contributions from its writers across different sports. The analysis took into account not only the current season but also the clubs' histories, fan pressure, media attention, and the culture of expectations. Both club teams and national teams were examined in the field of football. It was noted that Fenerbahçe from the Super League topped the list.
The Athletic, with contributions from writers in various sports, examined the "most difficult coaching jobs" in world sports.
THE MOST DIFFICULT TEAMS TO COACH
The study considered not only the current season but also the clubs' history, fan pressure, media interest, and established expectation culture. In football, both club teams and national teams stood out. At the top of the list was Fenerbahçe from Turkey.
Here is the list of the most difficult teams to coach in the world:
- Fenerbahçe
- England National Football Team
- New York Jets (NFL)
- Real Madrid
- Ferrari (F1)
- Manchester United
- Tottenham
- Chelsea (Men's football)
- New York Yankees (MLB)
- Chelsea (Women's football)
- US Women's National Soccer Team
- Watford
- Bayern Munich
- Los Angeles Lakers (NBA)
- New York Knicks (NBA)
- Brazil National Football Team
- Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL)
- Celtic
- Rangers
- Alabama (NCAA American Football)
- India National Cricket Team