Baku
\nT\u00fcrkiye on Tuesday booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 away victory over Kosovo in the European qualifiers playoff final, securing their first appearance in 24 years, according to Anadolu Agency.
\nThe decisive goal came in the 53rd minute when Kerem Akturkoglu converted from close range following a move initiated by Kenan Yildiz and Orkun Kokcu.
\nT\u00fcrkiye held their advantage despite late pressure from Kosovo, with goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir making a crucial save in the 87th minute to deny a powerful strike from Asllani.
\nKosovo also threatened earlier in the second half, but T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s defense remained organized, limiting clear chances and protecting the narrow lead. The match saw several bookings, reflecting its high intensity, as T\u00fcrkiye managed the game carefully in the closing stages.
\nWith the result, T\u00fcrkiye secured qualification for the World Cup for the first time since 2002, ending a 24-year absence from football\u2019s biggest stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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