World Cup 2026: Turkey - new 'golden generation' ready to repeat 2002 summer and shock hosts

Turkey are set to return to the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking their first appearance at the tournament since their historic run to the semi-finals in 2002. The current squad is being described as a new 'golden generation' with ambitions to replicate or surpass the achievements of the 2002 side. Expectations are high that Turkey can cause upsets against the host nations at the 2026 tournament.