15.06.2026 09:00
After the defeat to Australia, Hoffenheim made a post for the benched Ozan Kabak, saying "No Ozan, no victory." The German club's message quickly became a topic of discussion, while Montella's lineup choices started being debated again.
In its first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D, the Turkish National Football Team was defeated 2-0 by Australia, and head coach Vincenzo Montella's squad choices became a topic of debate. In particular, the fact that some players did not get playing time caused widespread repercussions in the football community.
OZAN KABAK LEFT ON THE BENCH
National defender Ozan Kabak, who plays for the German Bundesliga team Hoffenheim, spent the match on the substitute bench. Montella's defensive preferences, which left Ozan Kabak without playing time, stood out as a notable detail.
CONTROVERSIAL REFERENCE FROM HOFFENHEIM
After the match, a post from Hoffenheim's official social media account quickly became a trending topic. The German club used a photo of Ozan Kabak with the caption, "No Ozan, no win... Good morning, everyone."
TRENDED ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Hoffenheim's post quickly received many interactions. While some fans found the post humorous, others argued it was an explicit reference to Montella's choice.
EYES ON THE NEXT MATCH
After the defeat against Australia, attention turned to the national team's upcoming matches in the group. Whether Ozan Kabak will get a chance to play in subsequent games also became a matter of curiosity.