Turkey exits 2026 World Cup after loss to Paraguay

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 6:52 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Turkey exits 2026 World Cup after loss to Paraguay
Summary

Turkey is eliminated from the 2026 World Cup following a narrow 0-1 defeat to Paraguay, resulting in their exit after just two matches. Initially favored in Group D, Turkey's disappointing performance is highlighted by their failure to score across 62 shots taken in the tournament, despite an Expected Goals statistic of 3.5. The team's struggles were exemplified by Deniz Gül's critical late miss in the match. This early exit marks a significant setback for a squad expected to advance further in the competition.

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  • Turkey loses 0-1 to Paraguay in their second group match
  • The defeat results in Turkey's elimination from the World Cup
  • Turkey attempted 62 shots without scoring in two matches
  • Expected Goals for Turkey were 3.5, highlighting finishing issues
  • Deniz Gül missed a crucial chance late in the match
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Square feet epidemic in Turkey.At daybreak, the entire Turkish people woke up with a hangover.Beaten by Paraguay by the smallest of margins (0-1), Turkey is already heading out of this 2026 World Cup ...

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