This study aims to examine the effects of managerial changes on in-season performance in the leading football leagues of Europe. The research evaluates the impact of managerial changes on end-of-season performance in seven different leagues including the Turkish Süper Lig, English Premier League, Italian Serie A, Spanish La Liga, French Ligue 1, German Bundesliga, and Portuguese Primeira Liga. Utilizing data spanning from the 2018-2019 to 2022-2023 seasons, the study employs sample sizes based on the number of managerial changes observed in each league. Paired sample tests are conducted in our analyses to assess the effects of managerial changes on end-of-season performance. This test enables us to statistically evaluate differences in team performance before and after managerial changes. Our findings indicate a significant effect of managerial changes on end-of-season performance. Analyses conducted in leagues such as the English Premier League, Spanish La Liga, and Portuguese Primeira Liga reveal statistically significant differences in average points per match before and after managerial changes. The results underscore the strategic importance of managerial changes in football club management. In this context, football clubs and managers should adopt a more cautious approach when planning and implementing managerial changes.
| Primary Language | English |
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| Subjects | Sports Activity Management |
| Journal Section | Research Article |
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| Submission Date | April 2, 2024 |
| Acceptance Date | April 20, 2025 |
| Publication Date | April 30, 2025 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2025 Volume: 27 Issue: 1 |
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