Arda GĂźler Inspires TĂźrkiye as World Cup Return Ends 20-Year Wait | TheBriefWire
Arda GĂźler Inspires TĂźrkiye as World Cup Return Ends 20-Year Wait
Published 13 June 2026 ¡ sports
Turkiye has returned to the World Cup for the first time since 2002, with rising star Arda GĂźler at the centre of national hopes. The
Turkiye has returned to the World Cup for the first time since 2002, with rising star Arda GĂźler at the centre of national hopes. The 21-year-old Real Madrid midfielder, often called the âTurkish Messi,â began his journey in Ankara before rising through GençlerbirliÄi and Fenerbahçe to reach one of footballâs biggest clubs.
His rapid rise has inspired young players across TĂźrkiye, many of whom now see a pathway to Europeâs top leagues as achievable. Coaches and former mentors say GĂźlerâs success has transformed ambitions at grassroots level, while fans hope he can help lead a new era for Turkish football on the world stage.
Despite early challenges in Madrid, including injuries and limited playing time, GĂźler has grown into a key figure for club and country. Find us on
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Published: June 13, 2026 ⢠7:07 AM IST ¡ Updated: June 13, 2026 ⢠8:12 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Turkiye has returned to the World Cup for the first time since 2002, with rising star Arda GĂźler at the centre of national hopes.
The 21-year-old Real Madrid midfielder, often called the âTurkish Messi,â began his journey in Ankara before rising through GençlerbirliÄi and Fenerbahçe to reach one of footballâs biggest clubs.
His rapid rise has inspired young players across TĂźrkiye, many of whom now see a pathway to Europeâs top leagues as achievable.
Coaches and former mentors say GĂźlerâs success has transformed ambitions at grassroots level, while fans hope he can help lead a new era for Turkish football on the world stage.
Despite early challenges in Madrid, including injuries and limited playing time, GĂźler has grown into a key figure for club and country.
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