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Hakan Calhanoglu makes return as Türkiye defeats North Macedonia 4-0

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Hakan Calhanoglu makes return as Türkiye defeats North Macedonia 4-0

Summary

Hakan Calhanoglu made his first appearance for Türkiye in over a month during a friendly against North Macedonia on June 2, 2026. Calhanoglu came off the bench in the 88th minute as Türkiye secured a 4-0 victory. The team controlled the match effectively, with Kocku, Uzun, Gul, and Yilmaz all contributing goals. This match serves as part of Türkiye's preparations for the upcoming World Cup. The team will face Venezuela on June 6 in their final friendly before the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Türkiye wins 4-0 against North Macedonia in a friendly match.
•Hakan Calhanoglu returns after a calf injury, playing in the final minutes.
•Türkiye scores four goals from Kocku, Uzun, Gul, and Yilmaz.
•The team will next play against Venezuela on June 6.
•Match was held at Chobani Stadium in Istanbul.

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8:36 AMYahoo Sports — InterNationals: Calhanoglu back in action for Türkiye

What they're saying

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A few minutes with which to rediscover that feeling of boot on grass, to gain match rhythm. Hakan Calhanoglu returned for his first friendly as part of prep for the World Cup, as Türkiye breezed past...
— Yahoo Sports

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