Turkiye

Team Biography

The Türkiye National Football Team, nicknamed "Ay-Yıldızlılar" (The Crescent-Stars), represents Türkiye in international football and is governed by the Turkish Football Federation. Türkiye is one of the strongest football nations in Eastern Europe and Western Asia, known for its passionate fans and competitive spirit.

Quick Facts
Nickname: Ay-Yıldızlılar (The Crescent-Stars)
Founded: 1923
Confederation: UEFA (Europe)
Team Colors: Red and White
Home Stadium: Atatürk Olympic Stadium
Major Achievements
FIFA World Cup Third Place: 2002
UEFA European Championship Semi-finalists: 2008
Qualified for multiple FIFA World Cups and UEFA European Championships.
One of the most respected football teams in the region.
Famous Players
Hakan Şükür
Arda Turan
Hakan Çalhanoğlu
Arda Güler
World Cup Highlight

Türkiye achieved its greatest success at the 2002 FIFA World Cup, finishing in third place after defeating South Korea in the third-place match.

FIFA World Cup 2026

Türkiye qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and is looking to make a deep run with a talented squad that combines experienced players and exciting young stars.

Interesting Fact

Hakan Şükür scored the fastest goal in FIFA World Cup history, finding the net after just 11 seconds against South Korea in 2002.

Tagline: 🇹🇷 "Ay-Yıldızlılar – Passion, Pride, and the Spirit of Turkish Football."