07.11.2026 15:20
In Gaziantep FK, which has fallen into the relegation zone after consecutive defeats in the Süper Lig, the Orhan Ak era has come to an end. Following the 2-0 defeat against Kasımpaşa, the red-and-black management and the experienced coach parted ways by mutual agreement.
The expected separation has happened at Gaziantep FK, who are going through difficult days in the Trendyol Super League. Following a 2-0 home defeat to Kasımpaşa in the 11th week of the league and with their winless run extending to 7 matches, the red-and-blacks have parted ways with head coach Orhan Ak. The Gaziantep club announced the separation decision with an official statement and thanked the experienced coach for his services to the club.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM GAZİANTEP FK
Gaziantep FK announced that it has parted ways with Orhan Ak by mutual agreement and that no claim was involved in the process. The club's statement included the following remarks:
"Our paths with Mr. Orhan Ak, who served as head coach at our Gaziantep Football Club, have separated by mutual agreement without any claim being involved. We thank Orhan Ak for his dedication, effort, and contributions during his time at our club. We wish Orhan Ak and his team success in their future careers."
6 DEFEATS IN A ROW LED TO THE SEPARATION
Gaziantep FK earned their last win in the Super League in the 4th week by defeating Göztepe 4-2 away. After that, the red-and-blacks drew 0-0 with Fenerbahçe and then failed to see victory in their subsequent matches. The Gaziantep club, who lost 2-0 to Kocaelispor, 3-0 to Arca Çorum FK, 2-1 to RAMS Başakşehir, 3-1 to Erzurumspor FK, and 2-0 to Trabzonspor, finally also lost 2-0 at home to Kasımpaşa. Thus, the red-and-blacks' winless run extended to 7 matches, and their consecutive defeat count rose to 6.
GAZİANTEP FK IN THE RELEGATION ZONE
Gaziantep FK, who have experienced 2 wins, 2 draws, and 7 defeats in the 11 weeks completed in the league, are in 16th place with 8 points. The red-and-blacks, who are in the relegation zone, will face Gençlerbirliği away in the 12th week of the league.