Turkey football

Round of 32 kicks off: South Africa vs Canada The 2026 World Cup knockout phase opens with an unexpected pairing: South Africa against Canada in the round of 32. Both nations, long considered outsiders on the global stage, have already made history by escaping the group stage for the first time. Now they meet in…

100th Gazi Race: Centennial Derby Thrill in Istanbul The most prestigious event in Turkish horse racing, the Gazi Race, celebrates its 100th running today, marking a milestone for both the sport and the country’s modern history. Held in honor of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk since 1927, the centennial edition of the Turkish Derby will take place…

Belgium finish top of their group after crushing New Zealand 5-1 Belgium comfortably booked their place in the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup, demolishing New Zealand 5-1 in the final round of Group G matches and climbing to first place on goal difference ahead of Egypt. New Zealand, meanwhile, saw their campaign come…

Filenin Efeleri set for key VNL clash against Argentina The Turkish men’s national volleyball team, known as “Filenin Efeleri”, will face Argentina in a critical duel in the second week of the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League (VNL). This will be Turkey’s third match of the week and another important step in their quest to…

Ghanaian shaman lifts Harry Kane’s “curse” ahead of World Cup A self-proclaimed spiritual healer from Ghana, Nana Kwaku Bonsam, claims he has removed a mystical “curse” said to be weighing on England striker Harry Kane during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Known in parts of African football culture for his prophecies and talk of spells,…