Türkiye
Vincenzo Montella
ITVincenzo Montella (Italian pronunciation: [vinˈtʃɛntso monˈtɛlla]; born 18 June 1974) is an Italian football manager and former striker. He is the current head coach of the Turkey national football team. Montella's nickname during his playing career was "Aeroplanino", in reference to his small stature and trademark goal celebration, in which he spread his arms like wings. A prolific goalscorer, throughout his playing career Montella played as a forward for Italian clubs Empoli, Genoa, Sampdoria and Roma, and also had a spell on loan in England with Fulham.
- Euro 2024 Quarter-finals (Turkey)
- Led Turkey to 2026 World Cup qualification
- Serie A and Turkish Süper Lig experience
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23 Trabzonspor goalkeeper and Türkiye's number one. Currently plying his trade at Trabzonspor, a commanding presence between the posts, Uğurcan Çakır is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Türkiye. Has earned 25 international caps. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
GK Manchester United backup goalkeeper and Türkiye's second-choice keeper. Currently plying his trade at Manchester United, a commanding presence between the posts, Altay Bayındır is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Türkiye. Has earned 12 international caps. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
GK Beşiktaş goalkeeper who made a crucial save at Euro 2024. Currently plying his trade at Beşiktaş, a commanding presence between the posts, Mert Günok is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Türkiye. Has earned 25 international caps. Born in 1989, the 37-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Fenerbahçe right-back with strong attacking instincts for Türkiye. Currently plying his trade at Fenerbahçe, a dependable defender, Mert Müldür combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Türkiye's backline. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Al-Ahli centre-back who scored twice against Austria at Euro 2024. Currently plying his trade at Al-Ahli, a dependable defender, Merih Demiral combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Türkiye's backline. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 5 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
Fenerbahçe centre-back and a regular in Türkiye's defence. Currently plying his trade at Fenerbahçe, a dependable defender, Samet Akaydin combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Türkiye's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Galatasaray defender and a versatile option in Türkiye's back line. Currently plying his trade at Galatasaray, a dependable defender, Kaan Ayhan combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Türkiye's backline. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Galatasaray centre-back and a solid presence in Türkiye's defence. Currently plying his trade at Galatasaray, a dependable defender, Abdülkerim Bardakcı combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Türkiye's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Brighton left-back and one of Türkiye's best performers at Euro 2024. Currently plying his trade at Brighton, a dependable defender, Ferdi Kadıoğlu combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Türkiye's backline. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Roma right-back and an experienced Türkiye international. Currently plying his trade at Roma, a dependable defender, Zeki Çelik combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Türkiye's backline. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 2 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Benfica midfielder and Türkiye's creative playmaker. Currently plying his trade at Benfica, an industrious midfielder, Orkun Kökçü excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Türkiye. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 5 goals. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Real Madrid midfielder and Türkiye's most talented young player. Currently plying his trade at Real Madrid, an industrious midfielder, Arda Güler excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Türkiye. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 6 goals. Born in 2005, the 21-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Inter Milan midfielder, Türkiye's captain and free-kick specialist. Currently plying his trade at Inter Milan, an industrious midfielder, Hakan Çalhanoğlu excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Türkiye. Has earned 90 international caps, scoring 18 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
Borussia Dortmund defensive midfielder and Türkiye's midfield enforcer. Currently plying his trade at Borussia Dortmund, an industrious midfielder, Salih Özcan excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Türkiye. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Fenerbahçe midfielder and an energetic presence in Türkiye's midfield. Currently plying his trade at Fenerbahçe, an industrious midfielder, İsmail Yüksek excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Türkiye. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Lille attacking midfielder who scored a Europa League hat-trick. Currently plying his trade at Lille, an industrious midfielder, Yusuf Yazıcı excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Türkiye. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 8 goals. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Fenerbahçe attacking midfielder known for his powerful long-range strikes. Currently plying his trade at Fenerbahçe, an industrious midfielder, İrfan Can Kahveci excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Türkiye. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Galatasaray winger and Türkiye's fastest player at Euro 2024. Currently plying his trade at Galatasaray, a clinical forward, Barış Alper Yılmaz possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Türkiye's primary attacking threat. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Beşiktaş striker and an experienced goalscorer for Türkiye. Currently plying his trade at Beşiktaş, a clinical forward, Cenk Tosun possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Türkiye's primary attacking threat. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 20 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Galatasaray winger and a pacey attacker for Türkiye. Currently plying his trade at Galatasaray, a clinical forward, Yunus Akgün possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Türkiye's primary attacking threat. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Bournemouth forward and a proven goalscorer for Türkiye. Currently plying his trade at Bournemouth, a clinical forward, Enes Ünal possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Türkiye's primary attacking threat. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 9 goals. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
Beşiktaş young striker and an emerging talent for Türkiye. Currently plying his trade at Beşiktaş, a clinical forward, Semih Kılıçsoy possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Türkiye's primary attacking threat. Has earned 5 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Born in 2005, the 20-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Juventus winger and one of Türkiye's most exciting young attacking talents. Currently plying his trade at Juventus, a clinical forward, Kenan Yıldız possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Türkiye's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Born in 2005, the 21-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Türkiye at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.