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Turkiye and Sweden book World Cup 2026 spots as Kosovo and Poland bow out

Turkiye and Sweden book World Cup 2026 spots as Kosovo and Poland bow out

Summary

Turkiye and Sweden have both qualified for the 2026 World Cup. Turkiye secured their spot by defeating Kosovo 1-0, while Sweden won 3-2 against Poland.

Key Facts

  • Turkiye qualified for their first World Cup since 2002 by beating Kosovo 1-0.
  • Kerem Akturkoglu scored the winning goal for Turkiye in the 53rd minute.
  • The match took place in Pristina, Kosovo, in front of a sold-out crowd.
  • Kosovo was aiming to qualify for their first-ever World Cup.
  • Sweden qualified after defeating Poland 3-2.
  • Viktor Gyokeres scored the decisive goal for Sweden two minutes before the end.
  • Sweden will compete in Group F with the Netherlands, Japan, and Tunisia at the 2026 World Cup.

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