The 2021-22 campaign was a season of turbulent resurgence for Fenerbahce. Despite a managerial change mid-season, the Yellow Canaries mounted a powerful second-half surge under İsmail Kartal to clinch a crucial 2nd-place finish in the Süper Lig, securing a coveted spot in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers. Leading the attack was the prolific striker Serdar Dursun, whose 15 league goals were decisive. The year was also defined by the presence of star captain Mesut Özil, whose eight league goals were a bright spot before his dramatic, high-profile exclusion from the squad, yet the club's resilience remains a defining chapter of their modern fight for domestic glory.