Turkey’s Yildiz starts on bench in World Cup opener against Australia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 3:05 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Turkey's Kenan Yildiz, a forward with Juventus, is on the bench for their World Cup opener against Australia on June 14, 2026. Coach Vincenzo Montella has opted for caution regarding Yildiz's fitness, which has been described as a minor complaint. Montella expressed uncertainty about several squad members' stamina for the full match. The decision to hold Yildiz back may impact Turkey's attack as they start their pursuit of World Cup glory.
- •Kenan Yildiz is named among substitutes for the match.
- •Montella does not directly address Yildiz's fitness concerns.
- •Turkey is competing in their World Cup opener against Australia on June 14.
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Why did Juventus talent Yildiz start on the bench in Turkey’s World Cup opener against Australia?
"Kenan Yildiz has been left out of Turkey’s starting eleven for their opening World Cup fixture against Australia, with the Juventus forward named among the substitutes as coach Vincenzo Montella tak...
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