Kaan Ayhan

Turkey lose against Switzerland 3-1, out of EURO 2020

Published by Hurriyet on Mon, 06/21/2021 - 08:32

Turkey's EURO 2020 journey ended without any point after losing against Switzerland 3-1 in their last Group A match on June 20 at the Baku Olympic Stadium.

Turkey was close to score just in the fourth minute, but Kaan Ayhan's powerful long-range strike was blocked by goalkeeper Sommer.

Switzerland took an early lead in their first attempt.

Turkish manager expects tight match in EURO 2020 opener

Published by Hurriyet on Fri, 06/11/2021 - 08:19

Turkey expects a tough match against Italy in Friday's UEFA EURO 2020 opener in Rome, the Turkish national football team manager said on June 10. 

"I expect tomorrow's match will be in a high level technically, tactically and physically," Şenol Güneş said in a pre-match press conference, referring to both teams' high concentration and challenging playing style on the pitch.