Turkish national team midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu has warmly congratulated his teammates on securing a spot in the 2026 World Cup. According to sports outlet fcinter1908.it, the player missed the decisive match against Kosovo, which ended in a 1-0 victory, but he connected with the squad after the game to share in their joyous moment.
Expressing his immense pride, Calhanoglu stated that the team truly deserved this monumental achievement. He emphasized that they play as the bravest footballers in the world, which is exactly why the Turkish people are so proud of them and trust them to meet their high expectations.
This qualification marks a historic milestone for the Turkish national team, as they have secured their first World Cup appearance since 2002. During that memorable tournament over two decades ago, Turkey performed exceptionally well and finished in third place.
The 2026 World Cup is scheduled to kick off on June 11, 2026. Turkish football fans are already expressing their excitement and eagerly anticipating new historic victories on the global stage.
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