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Wolfsberger AC Replaces Pacult After 31 Days With Ismail Atalan

The club gave no detailed explanation for the swift change, with president Dietmar Riegler recently taking a more hands-on role.

Overview

  • Wolfsberger AC announced the immediate departure of Peter Pacult less than a month after he was hired to succeed Dietmar Kühbauer.
  • Pacult’s stint lasted 31 days and spanned four league matches, while the team also advanced to the cup quarterfinals.
  • The club did not disclose specific reasons for the decision, as reports noted Riegler’s renewed involvement and a weekend hint of a possible exit.
  • Shortly after confirming the separation, Wolfsberg appointed 45-year-old German coach Ismail Atalan as head coach.
  • Atalan most recently worked at Kapfenberg, was named second-division coach of the year last season, and said he is excited to return to Austria.