25.05.2026 12:50
After the injuries of Kerem Aktürkoğlu and Kenan Yıldız in the National Team, Vincenzo Montella made critical decisions. Arda Güler, who has completed his treatment process, is expected to return to the fields with the friendly matches.
While the Turkish National Team continues its preparations for the 2026 World Cup, injury developments are concerning the technical staff, but news from Arda Güler lifted spirits.
MONTELLA SUCCESSIVE SHOCKS
In the Turkish National Team, injury news first from Kenan Yildiz and then from Kerem Akturkoglu caused concern in the technical staff. After Kerem Akturkoglu's injury during training, it was announced that he would be away from the field for a while.
KEREM OUT OF FRIENDLIES
According to Sabah's report, Vincenzo Montella decided not to risk Kerem Akturkoglu in the friendly matches. It was stated that the national footballer is not expected to play in the matches during the Istanbul phase.
SPECIAL PROGRAM FOR KENAN YILDIZ
It was reported that a special training program will be implemented for another injured player, Kenan Yildiz. The technical staff is said to be closely monitoring the young star's condition.
GOOD NEWS FROM ARDA GULER
The most encouraging development for the Turkish National Team came from Arda Guler. It was stated that the treatment process is progressing as planned and the national star has fully recovered.
MONTELLA MADE HIS DECISION
The report indicated that Vincenzo Montella plans to give Arda Guler a spot in the starting eleven starting from the friendly matches. It was learned that the national star will participate in camp activities healthily.
SPECIAL WARNING TO PLAYERS
After the injuries, it was noted that Montella had private meetings with the players. The Italian coach reportedly told the footballers to contact the medical team without pushing themselves if they feel even the slightest pain.
NATIONAL TEAM'S MATCH SCHEDULE
The Turkish National Team will face North Macedonia in Istanbul on June 1st. The crescent-star team will later play a friendly match against Venezuela in the USA.