Arda Güler

Analysis: Guler was Turkiye's most dangerous attacking threat, firing eight shots with three on target as he consistently found pockets of space between Australia's lines throughout the match. His best look came in the 27th minute before Nestory Irankunda struck at the other end moments later. He also pulled the strings creatively, delivering key passes and creating danger on set pieces with three corners and five crosses (one accurate), repeatedly taking on Australia's defensive block with the same fearless directness that made him one of Real Madrid's breakout stars in La Liga this season. Turkiye will need him to be more clinical against the United States, with Guler heading into his first World Cup as one of the brightest young talents on the global stage.

Jun 1, 2026

Fully fit and ready to star

Guler has been confirmed fully fit by coach Vincenzo Montella ahead of Turkey's World Cup campaign, with the Real Madrid attacking midfielder seen in excellent shape during national team training. "I saw Arda in great shape."

Analysis: Guler ends what has been a breakthrough season at Real Madrid with six goals and 13 assists across 47 appearances in all competitions, establishing himself as one of the most creative attacking midfielders in European football despite a muscle injury that disrupted his final weeks of the campaign. Guler's ability to unlock defenses with his technical brilliance, passing range and goal-scoring threat makes him the undisputed focal point of Turkey's attacking setup, and his performances at the World Cup will be one of the most eagerly anticipated individual storylines of the tournament. Guler heads into the competition as one of the most exciting young players in the world and will carry the hopes of an entire nation on his shoulders this summer in North America.

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