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Danish international winger leaves Wolfsburg for another loan spell in Turkey

Andreas Skov Olsen is leaving VfL Wolfsburg on loan once again. The 26-year-old right winger, who remains under contract with the Wolves until 2029, is joining Istanbul-based Basaksehir FK.

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Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah reportedly set for new chapter in Turkey with Besiktas

Egypt international Mohamed Salah is reportedly close to joining Turkish giants Besiktas after reaching an agreement with the club.

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FC Midtjylland winger set to become Trabzonspor's most expensive signing ever

FC Midtjylland winger and Turkish international Aral Simsir has arrived in Turkey to finalize his move to Trabzonspor, and he has told the Turkish media that it was an easy decision.

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EXCLUSIVE: Koln and Schalke in advanced talks with Ghana defender Gideon Mensah

Free-agent Ghana left-back Gideon Mensah has become one of the summer window’s most sought-after defenders after his standout showings at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both Bundesliga sides ahead of earlier interest from Turkey and Benfica.

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Montella says Turkey leave World Cup 'with our ‌chin up' after victory over US

Turkey coach Vincenzo Montella said his ⁠side would return home with their chin up after ending their World ‌Cup campaign with a last-gasp 3-2 victory over the ‌United States in Los Angeles ‌on Thursday.

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US coach Pochettino brushes off Turkey defeat, insists winning group was main target

The United States conceded a stoppage-time ⁠goal to lose 3-2 to Turkey on Thursday but coach Mauricio Pochettino said there was ‌little reason for concern after his side still finished top ‌of their World Cup group.

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World Cup highlights: Turkey end USA streak as Netherlands top Group F

The World Cup headed into its third week on Thursday, as Ecuador picked up a historic win over Germany to qualify for the knockout rounds, whilst a rotated USA side failed to win all three group games for the first time.

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Turkey snatch last-gasp three points against disjointed co-hosts USA

Turkey signed off on their 2026 FIFA World Cup (WC) campaign by beating co-hosts USA 3-2 in a thrilling contest, as Mauricio Pochettino’s rotated side saw their unbeaten run come to an end.

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World Cup LIVE: Turkey win but USA and Australia advance

We’ve got another high-stakes day of action at the World Cup, with Groups D, E and F all drawing to a fascinating conclusion. As always, keep track of all the key moments from today's six games with our live blog!

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USA to bench four players on yellow cards for Turkey matchup

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino said he won't start any of his ⁠already-qualified team's four players who have yellow cards when they face Turkey in Thursday's World Cup clash.

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Christian Pulisic says calf injury improving, hopes to reach full fitness for Turkey clash

Christian Pulisic said he was feeling positive about his recovery ⁠from a calf injury and hopes to play a role in the United States' final World Cup group match against ‌Turkey on Thursday, though his availability remains uncertain.

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Alfaro insists Paraguay no underdogs after World Cup turnaround against Turkey

Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro hailed the fighting ⁠spirit of his players after Friday's 1-0 World Cup win over Turkey and said his team should ‌never have to feel like underdogs.

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'Everybody's crying': Goalless Turkey crash out of World Cup in shock exit

Turkey arrived at their first World Cup in 24 years with great expectations ⁠and a host of rising stars but crashed out goalless and in tears after another shocking failure to convert against Paraguay.

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World Cup highlights: Brazil earn first win as co-hosts USA secure spot in knockouts

The ninth day of the tournament saw wins for the USA, Morocco, Brazil, and Paraguay, with the five-time champions finally breaking through against a weak Haiti side. The result for hosts USA secured their place in the next round with a game to spare. Morocco and Paraguay picked up their first wins, while Turkey and Haiti will play the final round just to fulfil the schedule.

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Galarza goal the difference as 10-man Paraguay hold on to eliminate Turkey

Paraguay scored a very early goal in their FIFA World Cup (WC) Group D game against Turkey, prevailing 1-0 in the San Francisco Bay Area despite playing the second half with 10 men.

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Almiron becomes first player at World Cup to be dismissed for covering mouth

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron made unwanted history during his side's Group D game with Turkey, after being sent off for covering his mouth 'in a confrontational manner' whilst talking to Turkey's Mert Muldur.

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World Cup LIVE: Turkey eliminated from World Cup after Paraguay smash-and-grab

The second round of group stage fixtures continues on Friday evening as co-hosts USA take on Australia in the first of four matches on day nine of the World Cup, with Brazil and Morocco both in action overnight.

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Australia 'will need to be better' to defeat USA: Popovic

Australia beat Turkey with a perfectly executed game plan ⁠in their World Cup opener but will need to find another level to get a result against ‌confident co-hosts the United States, coach Tony Popovic said on Thursday.

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Irankunda still buzzing after 'unreal' World Cup debut

Nestory Irankunda called it "unreal" after the 20-year-old born in a refugee camp played a pivotal role in Australia's shock 2-0 World Cup win over Turkey.

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Tony Popovic admits selection gamble paid off after Australia's shock World Cup win

Australia coach Tony Popovic's gamble on youth paid off in his side's surprise ⁠2-0 win over Turkey in their World Cup opener on Saturday, as Nestory Irankunda opened the scoring and goalkeeper Patrick ‌Beach kept a superb clean sheet.

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World Cup Highlights: Brazil stumble, Scotland end win drought & Australia surprise

Brazil were the first former champions to take the field at the 2026 World Cup, but they disappointingly drew 1-1 against Morocco. The tournament’s third day also saw a historic point for Qatar, the end of a 36-year wait for Scotland, and a surprising Australia outclassing Turkey.

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Life's a Beach for Australia as goalkeeper justifies shock start to live the dream

Two days before Australia's opener against Turkey, a big call was being made by Socceroos' coach, Tony Popovic, that would send shockwaves through the country.

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Hot prospect Irankunda scores as Australia defeat Turkey in shock World Cup win

Making his competitive debut in goal for Australia, Patrick Beach produced a man-of-the-match performance as the Socceroos avoided a fifth consecutive defeat in a FIFA World Cup (WC) opener with a 2-0 win over Turkey in Vancouver.

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The 2005 generation: Can a new wave of exciting talent lead Turkey to the top?

When Turkey last took part in a World Cup, in 2002, current stars Arda Guler and Kenan Yildiz had not even been born. Twenty-four years later, they are now carrying the hopes of an entire nation on their shoulders, joined by a third talent from the same year, Can Uzun. Three players born in 2005, all playing for some of the biggest clubs in Europe.