Alanyaspor to Replace João Pereira With Uğur Uçar

Corendon Alanyaspor moved to replace outgoing manager João Pereira with Uğur Uçar following a string of defeats in the Süper Lig.

Following consecutive poor results, including a 2-0 home defeat against Trabzonspor, Alanyaspor decided to part ways with Portuguese coach João Pereira, whose tenure ended as the Mediterranean representative sat in 13th place with 12 points from 11 matches.

Joao Pereira Departs After Defeat

The decision to change management came after Alanyaspor suffered its fourth defeat, extending its winless run to five matches. Appointed in the second half of the 2024-2025 season, Pereira managed the team in 62 total encounters, recording 19 victories, 22 draws, and 21 losses.

While sources reported varying points averages of 1.21 and 1.27 across his time at the club, his side collected 12 points in the Süper Lig this term before the club opted for a change.

Uğur Uçar Takes Over the Helm

In the wake of Pereira’s departure, Alanyaspor reached an agreement with Uğur Uçar, who most recently worked at Çorum FK. The 39-year-old manager, who previously started his coaching career at Pendikspor and led Çorum FK to the Süper Lig, signed a 1.5-year contract with his new club after parting ways with Çorum FK by mutual agreement.

Uçar is set to take charge during the international break and will make his debut for the team in the Süper Lig’s 12th week away against Kasımpaşa.

Pending Official Announcements

While reports detailed the agreement and the length of the contract, official confirmation from the club remained awaited. The official announcement was expected shortly as eyes turned directly to Alanyaspor for the definitive statement regarding the transition.