Arda Güler’s Vision Shines Bright
Turkey still holds a chance to qualify directly for the upcoming World Cup. They need to secure a victory against Bulgaria, who have already been eliminated from contention. Additionally, Turkey must rely on Spain stumbling in their match against Georgia, which is scheduled for the same time. Should Turkey win, they will face Spain in their final group match next Tuesday, which will determine their fate in the qualification process.
Coach Vincenzo Montella emphasizes the importance of this match, seeking a decisive win. He will not hold back with his starting lineup, knowing that Arda Güler is eager to shine. Güler, currently playing for Real Madrid, is focused on making his World Cup debut. Turkey enters this match with renewed confidence after overcoming a disappointing loss to Spain.
Recent Performances
Turkey displayed strong form with resounding victories recently. They bounced back from a painful 1-6 defeat against Spain with a 4-1 win over Georgia. They are keen to maintain this momentum against Bulgaria.
Bulgaria’s Struggles
Bulgaria faces significant challenges as they have not won a match in the past year. Their last victory was a narrow 1-0 win against Luxembourg in the Nations League. Since then, they have recorded two draws and suffered seven losses. Despite their struggles, Bulgaria aims to avenge their earlier 1-6 defeat to Turkey.
Match Details
- Date: November 21, 2023
- Time: 18:00 (UTC)
- Venue: Timsah Arena
- Referee: Nick Walsh (Scotland)
Expected Lineups
| Turkey | Bulgaria |
|---|---|
| Çakir | Mitov |
| Müldür | Nedyalkov |
| Demiral | Hristov |
| Bardakci | Chernev |
| Kadioglu | Petkov |
| Çalhanoglu | Michev |
| Yüksek | Shopov |
| Aydin | Gruev |
| Arda Güler | Kirilov |
| Yildiz | Despodov |
| Aktürkoglu |
As the countdown to the match begins, both teams are striving for a crucial outcome. Turkey is determined to shine, particularly under the leadership of Arda Güler, who hopes to inspire his nation toward World Cup glory.
