27.03.2026 00:20
Turkey Football Federation President İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu made statements after the 1-0 victory against Romania. Commenting on the World Cup, Hacıosmanoğlu said, "Last time we finished 3rd. You might find us holding the handle of the cup and returning from the USA."
The Turkish National Football Team hosted Romania in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup European Qualifiers play-off round. The national team won the match 1-0 and advanced to the final.
''THE MOST CHARACTERED SQUAD IN HISTORY''
TFF President İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu made statements after the match, saying, ''It was a tough match because it was the first game. Romania completely closed up, but the skilled players unlocked it. We have believed from the very beginning that we will go to the USA. We will do great things there as well. But we need to be cautious. We want to win our last match. The most charactered squad in history. I thank the coach for creating a family atmosphere.''
''YOU MIGHT FIND US RETURNING WITH THE CUP FROM THE USA''
Hacıosmanoğlu, who stated that after finishing third in the World Cup, championship could also be achieved, said, ''We will reach our goal in one step. 12 days before the congress, my 9-year-old daughter said, take charge of football, let’s become world champions. Last time we finished third. You might find us returning from America holding the handle of the cup. May God grant it. These kids deserve it. They will do great things there as well,'' he said.