- Jun 20
Turkey crashes out of World Cup after Paraguay defeat, players apologize to nation
Turkey's first World Cup appearance in 24 years ends after two defeats without a goal; Arda Güler and teammates break down in tears and ask the country for forgiveness.
- Jun 14
Australia shocks Turkey 2-0 in World Cup opener, Irankunda becomes youngest goalscorer
The Socceroos held firm and struck on counter-attacks to defeat Turkey 2-0 in their Group 4 World Cup opener, with 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda grabbing the first and Connor Metcalf adding the second.
- Jun 14
Australia stuns Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Group D opener as underdogs defy the odds
Australia produced the first major surprise of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeating Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver despite being dominated in possession and shot count.
