Turkey takes first step towards World Cup, awaits Slovakia or Kosovo

26.03.2026. / 1 komentara

Guler asistent protiv Rumunije AP Photo — Photo: AP Photo

Fudbaleri Turske plasirali su se u finale baraža za plasman na Svjetsko prvenstvo, pošto su večeras na "Tupras stadionu" u Istanbulu savladali selekciju Rumunije (1:0).

The man of the decision was Brighton defender Ferdi Kadioglu. The game was played in the 53rd minute. Arda Guler found Kadioglu with a fantastic deep ball, who did a great job and scored from the penalty area.

Midway through the first half, the guests hit the crossbar, and towards the end of the game, the goalpost, and shortly after the opening goal, Kenan Yildiz also hit the goalpost on the other side.

In addition to the two shots on goal, the Romanians had several promising opportunities both before and after their rivals' lead, but they failed to find the way to the net of excellent goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir.

Turkey will play the winner of tonight's match between Slovakia and Kosovo in the play-off final. Vicenza Montella's team will be the guest in that match for the World Cup qualification.

All play-off final matches are scheduled for Tuesday.

The winner of the Turkey – Slovakia/Kosovo match will play in Group D with the host USA, Paraguay and Australia.

The World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada will be played from June 11th to July 19th.