20.11.2025 17:45
In the 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers, the national team finished second in their group and faced Romania in the semi-finals of the play-offs. If Turkey defeats Romania in the single-match semi-final, they will play away against the winner of the Slovakia – Kosovo match in the final to secure a World Cup ticket. The national team has faced Romania 26 times so far, and Romania has a clear advantage in these matches.
The A National Team, which finished second in its group in the 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers, will face Romania in the semi-finals of the play-off. If we pass the first match and reach the final, we will play against the winner of the Slovakia - Kosovo match.
FIRST OPPONENT IN THE PLAY-OFF IS ROMANIA
The draw for the 2026 World Cup play-off has been completed, and the A National Football Team's opponent in the semi-finals is Romania. If Turkey defeats Romania in the single-match semi-final, they will face the winner of the Slovakia – Kosovo match away in the final to secure a World Cup ticket.
27TH ENCOUNTER IN HISTORY WITH ROMANIA
The A National Team has faced Romania 26 times so far. The statistics of these matches are as follows;
While Romania has a clear superiority in the matches played between the two countries, Turkey aims to pass the critical play-off test and keep their World Cup hopes alive.