"Kerem Aktürkoglu scored from close range early in the second half in the Kosovan capital Prishtina to send Türkiye to its first World Cup since 2002."
"The prize is a spot in a group with the U.S., Australia and Paraguay this summer."
"Türkiye's last trip to the World Cup ended with a surprise run to the semifinals and an eventual third-place finish."
Türkiye defeated Kosovo in the European playoff final, securing a place in the 2026 World Cup. Kerem Aktürkoglu scored early in the second half, ensuring Türkiye's first World Cup appearance since 2002. This victory denied Kosovo a chance to participate in their first major tournament. Türkiye will compete in Group D alongside the United States, Australia, and Paraguay, starting with a match against Australia in Vancouver.
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