Juventus coach Spalletti backs Yildiz after Turkey's disappointment at FIFA World Cup 2026
Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti has backed Turkish youngster Kenan Yildiz as Turkey's play-off hopes faded in the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage. He was encouraged and advised to rest and come back stronger.
In the wake of Turkey's group stage exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament, the team's midfielder Kenan Yildiz was visibly emotional. Turkey lost its play-off chances early, especially with back-to-back defeats by Australia (0:2) and Paraguay (0:1). During this injury, the current head coach of Europe's famous club Juventus, Luciano Spalletti, phoned Yıldız and offered special support.
Spalletti advised Yildiz to spend time with friends and family and to relax mentally and physically. Spalletti Hitavu said that it is important for the players to stand tall in tough times like this.
This is the first time in 24 years that the Turkish team will participate in the World Cup. But it was disappointing to see their journey end before the group stage was completed. After the match, a video of a young player named Kenan Yıldız broke down in tears and went viral on social media. Spalletti's support, meanwhile, will help inspire him again.