Turkey vs Paraguay

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(11:01 AM)

Turkey exits group stage after defeat to Paraguay

Paraguay beat Turkey 1-0 in their Group D match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Paraguay's Matias Galarza scored a brilliant goal in the 65th second of the match to give Paraguay the lead. In the end, that goal was enough for the victory. Paraguayan forward Miguel Almiron was reduced to 10 men after receiving a red card in first-half injury time, but Turkey was unable to respond.

(10:40 AM)

Turkey in search of an equalizer

Turkey, who controlled the ball for more than 75 percent of the time, continued to attack but were unable to break down Paraguay's strong defense. Captain Hakan Calhanoglu's excellent crosses and some of Yilmaz's shots went off the post.

(10:06 AM)

This is the fastest goal of the World Cup.

Paraguay's Matias Galarza (23) scored a brilliant goal to give the team an early lead just 65 seconds into the match. It also became the fastest goal of the ongoing World Cup.

(09:51 AM)

Turkey, who finished third in 2002, is back in the World Cup after 24 years.

Turkey is back at the FIFA World Cup after a 24-year wait. It has not qualified for the tournament since finishing third in the 2002 World Cup, beating co-hosts South Korea. This World Cup is also emotionally significant for Turkish football fans. Having trailed by one goal in the first half, Turkey has a chance to come back and win against 10-man Paraguay.

(09:42 AM)

Paraguay scored a goal in the first half.

The first half of Paraguay's match against Turkey in Group 'D' of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has ended. Paraguay has scored a single goal before the start of the second half, putting Turkey ahead. Both teams need to win today to reach the knockout stage.

(09:37 AM)

Red card

Paraguayan midfielder Miguel Almiron has been sent off for a red card. The Atlanta United midfielder was sent off by the referee after he allegedly said something to Muldor, who was wearing a face mask. FIFA's new rules stipulate that anyone caught saying something to an opponent wearing a face mask will be given a red card.

(09:28 AM)

Born in Germany, if karma is broken

There is an interesting coincidence in the Turkish team. Five players, including captain Hakan Calhanoglu and young star Kenan Yildiz, were born in Germany. They grew up and learned football in Germany and are currently playing for Turkey in the World Cup.

(09:22 AM)

Canceling vacation and traveling to the World Cup

Paraguayan forward Isidro Pitta was preparing to travel to Spain with his family after he was not expected to be selected for the World Cup squad. But after being unexpectedly named in the team, he canceled his vacation and flew to the United States. He entered the field in the starting 11 for today's match.

(09:14 AM)

Both teams in search of victory

Turkey lost 2-0 to Australia in their first match, while Paraguay lost 4-1 to co-hosts the United States. Both teams are looking for a clear win or points in this match to keep their chances of advancing to the next stage of the competition (the knockout stage) alive.