Turkey has taken a significant stride towards securing its spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The national team defeated Romania with a 1-0 victory in a crucial playoff match held on Thursday in Istanbul. This win propels the Turkish squad to the final stage of their qualification campaign.
The Turkish national side will now compete for their World Cup ticket this coming Tuesday. Their opponent will be determined by the outcome of the match between Slovakia and Kosovo, with the winner advancing to face Turkey in the decisive qualification showdown.
