27.06.2026 12:39
Kaan Ayhan's goal in the 90+8th minute during the National Team's 3-2 win over the USA sparked debate due to the excessive celebration on the bench. Some fans criticized the joy because Turkey had already been eliminated from the tournament.
The National Football Team completed the tournament with 3 points by defeating the USA 3-2 in the third and final match of Group D of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The goal that brought victory to the Crescent-Stars came from Kaan Ayhan in the 90+8th minute.
SUBSTITUTION BENCH EXPERIENCES GREAT JOY
After Kaan Ayhan's last-minute goal, there was great joy on the National Team's substitution bench. It was notable that players and the technical staff ran towards the field celebrating after the goal.
REACTION FROM FANS
However, since Turkey had mathematically bid farewell to the World Cup after defeats to Australia and Paraguay, this joy drew criticism from some football fans. On social media, fans made critical comments like "As if we advanced from the group" and "What are they celebrating?"
Here are moments from that scene: