Why Turkey could be the dark horse of the 2026 World Cup

A combination of tactical flexibility and attacking talent makes Turkey dangerous.

Turkey have been steadily building a squad capable of challenging at the highest level. Their blend of technical skill, physical intensity, and tactical versatility makes them difficult to prepare for.

Drawn in Group D alongside the host nation United States, Turkey face a challenging but navigable path to the knockout rounds.

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