Arda Güler it is already history of Türkiye in the world cups. Despite the fact that his team has not had a good time in the tournament (it has been eliminated since the second day), the young footballer has left its mark in 2026 with his national team: youngest player from the Ottoman country to score in a World Cup.
The midfielder caught on a great first half against the United States. He controlled the command of the game, with calm, quality and temper in complicated situations of transitions. But, above all, he once again brought out his magic in front of the goal. The Real Madrid footballer was in charge of inaugurate the goals box in favor Turkish. He did it with a good finish in one-on-one against Turner. A goal that is already history for Türkiye in the World Cup.
End to a drought of 62 shots… and a record!
At last. After just over two games. Arrive. Türkiye was able to score a goaland to put an end to that kind of jinx in front of the goal that he was going through in this tournament. After two offensive recitals, ineffective in what this sport is about (the goal), they achieve put an end to that bad streak… with a record! The goal of Güler unseats Emre Belözoğluwho held the record since 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup when he scored at the age of 21 years and 275 days.
Now, that honor belongs to Arda: 21 years and 120 days. A mark that shows that the Madrid midfielder, despite all the recent difficulties in his country, It does not wrinkle in the face of adversity. The boy has character, and he is going to be important both in his club and in his national team. However, you will have to say goodbye to this world cup adventure after this match.
History, vacations… and thinking about Mou’s Madrid
He already said it Mou: “I want the Madrid players to lose quickly so they can rest.” He already has oneand not just any one. The Turk is called to be important and find that level of consistency that, perhaps, he lacked this past season. Nevertheless, trust is complete in him. The quality has already been demonstrated. Now, under the orders of José Mourinho, the young player will seek to give its best version to make history at Real Madrid.
Arda Güler celebrates with Mbappé a goal from last season
Of course, vacations first. Recharge batteries to come back stronger than ever in a season of changes. A year that has already begun in Valdebebas with additions, movements and many desire to hit the table. In this process, Arda is essential in the core and in the project of a winning team.
