Arda Guler made history as the youngest Turkish scorer in World Cup history, securing a 3-2 win for Turkiye over USA in their FIFA World Cup 2026 farewell match.
What happened?
Turkiye ended their World Cup journey with a memorable victory, thanks to Arda Guler's equalizer in the 10th minute.
Why it matters for Arda Guler
This win marked a significant turnaround for Turkiye, who overcame their previous struggles in front of goal, with Arda Guler and Orkun Kokcu converting their opening shots.
Arda Guler's record-breaking goal was assisted by Eren Elmali, and Kaan Ayhan ensured a win for Turkiye in the 98th minute.
What comes next?
The USA progressed as group winners, despite the loss, with their best scoring tally in World Cup history.
Turkiye's spirited performance offered them a glorious farewell, with Arda Guler named Player of the Match.
On the day of the match, Turkiye broke a long-standing scoring drought, needing only two attempts to score twice against the USA.
The match was a dramatic conclusion to Turkiye's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, with a sensational 3-2 victory over the co-hosts.
Arda Guler's achievement will be remembered as a historic moment in Turkish football history.
The win was a jubilant end for Turkiye, despite being eliminated before the match.
Arda Guler's performance was impressive, and his record-breaking goal will be a highlight of his career.