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World Cup 2026 Playoffs: Kosovo vs Turkey Lineups

Turkey face Kosovo in World Cup 2026 playoffs action tonight, with both sides announcing their starting XIs.

Turkey manager calls up Hakan Calhanoglu to start against Kosovo in World Cup 2026 playoffs action. The Turkish XI features Cakir in goal, backed by Celik, Kadioglu, Bardakci, and Kabak. In midfield, Calhanoglu and Okay Yucel Sekersut will anchor the side, supported by Kokcu, Guler, Yildiz, and Akturkoglu.

Meanwhile, Kosovo boss YaraKosovi names his starting XI for the fixture. Muric will start in goal, with Dellova, Hajrizi, Hajdari, and Gallapeni forming the defensive four. Vojvoda, Hodza, Rexhbecaj, and Muslija will operate in midfield, while Asllani and Muriqi lead the attack.