According to Fenerbahçe SK announcements, N’Golo Kanté has returned from international duty with the France national team and started training with the squad ahead of their upcoming UEFA Champions League third qualifying round first leg against Sturm Graz.
Fenerbahçe Preparations for Sturm Graz UEFA Champions League Fixture
Fenerbahçe continued training at the Fenerbahçe Can Bartu Facilities under the management of head coach İsmail Kartal, according to club statements. The training session began with warm-ups, core exercises, and agility drills. According to the club’s training report, the workout continued with tight-space passing games and concluded with individual sessions as the squad builds up for the European fixture.
Did you know? N’Golo Kanté joined the squad immediately following his return from the French national team setup, slotting directly into the tactical preparations directed by İsmail Kartal.
N’Golo Kanté Returns to Training and Selects New Squad Number
Following his return from the France national team at the World Cup, N’Golo Kanté integrated back into team training sessions. According to club announcements, Kanté will wear the number 91 jersey for the upcoming season, shifting away from the number 17 shirt he wore during the previous campaign. İrfan Can Kahveci took over the number 17 shirt, prompting Kanté to select 91, representing his birth year. Unless plans change, this marks the first time in his career that he will wear the number 91.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which match are Fenerbahçe preparing for?
Fenerbahçe are preparing to face Austrian side Sturm Graz in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round.
What squad number will N’Golo Kanté wear this season?
According to club disclosures, N’Golo Kanté will wear the number 91 jersey this season, changing from the number 17 shirt he wore previously.
Who manages Fenerbahçe during these training sessions?
Training sessions at the Fenerbahçe Can Bartu Facilities are led by head coach İsmail Kartal.
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