Turkey in 2026 World Cup Playoff Final: Opponent, Date, Venue, and Broadcast Information
Turkey has progressed in the 2026 World Cup playoffs after overcoming Romania. This article details their opponent in the final, the match schedule, venue, and how to watch the crucial game for a spot in the World Cup.
Under coach Vincenzo Montella, the Turkish national team is firmly on course for the 2026 World Cup following their win against Romania. Just one game, the playoff final, remains for them to secure their spot.
Turkey's 2026 World Cup Playoff Final Opponent
Turkey advanced to the UEFA playoffs final for the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 victory over Romania, thanks to a goal from Ferdi. They are now set to compete against the winner of the Slovakia vs. Kosovo match for a coveted spot in the World Cup. The decisive final will take place on Tuesday, March 31st, hosted by either Slovakia or Kosovo.
| Round | Date | Match | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-final | Thursday, March 26 | Turkey vs. Romania | Istanbul | 1:0 |
| Semi-final | Thursday, March 26 | Slovakia vs. Kosovo | Bratislava | -:- |
| Final | Tuesday, March 31 | Slovakia / Kosovo vs. Turkey | Slovakia / Kosovo | -:- |
DAZN is responsible for broadcasting all playoff matches, including Turkey's fixtures and the final. These games will be available on DAZN's pay-TV and subscription livestream platforms. There will be no free-to-air television coverage.
Key Information: 2026 World Cup Playoff Final
- Event: World Cup Playoffs
- Matchup: Slovakia / Kosovo vs. Turkey
- Round: Final
- Date: March 31
- Kick-off: 8:45 PM (local time)
- Venue: Slovakia / Kosovo
- Broadcast: DAZN
Turkey's Squad for the Playoffs
| Position | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeepers | ||
| Altay Bayindir | Manchester United | |
| Mert Günok | Fenerbahce | |
| Muhammed Sengezer | RAMS Basaksehir | |
| Ugurcan Cakir | Galatasaray | |
| Defenders | ||
| Abdülkerim Bardakci | Galatasaray | |
| Eren Elmali | Galatasaray | |
| Ahmetcan Kaplan | NEC Nijmegen | |
| Ferdi Kadioglu | Brighton & Hove Albion | |
| Merih Demiral | Al-Ahli SFC | |
| Mert Müldür | Fenerbahce | |
| Mustafa Eskihellac | Trabzonspor | |
| Ozan Kabak | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | |
| Samet Akaydin | Caykur Rizespor | |
| Zeki Celik | AS Roma | |
| Midfielders | ||
| Atakan Karazor | VfB Stuttgart | |
| Hakan Calhanoglu | Inter Milan | |
| Ismail Yüksek | Fenerbahce | |
| Kaan Ayhan | Galatasaray | |
| Orkun Kökcü | Besiktas | |
| Salih Özcan | Borussia Dortmund | |
| Aral Simsir | FC Midtjylland | |
| Arda Güler | Real Madrid | |
| Baris Alper Yilmaz | Galatasaray | |
| Yunus Akgün | Galatasaray | |
| Kerem Aktürkoglu | Fenerbahce | |
| Oguz Aydin | Fenerbahce | |
| Irfan Can Kahveci | Kasimpasa | |
| Forwards | ||
| Deniz Gül | FC Porto | |
| Kenan Yildiz | Juventus Turin | |
| Semih Kilicsoy | Cagliari Calco | |
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