Güler acknowledges Yamal’s talent

Ahead of the showdown between Turkey and Spain in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Arda Güler delivered remarks that caught attention. The young Real Madrid midfielder said he is not surprised by the level shown by Lamine Yamal, describing him as an incredibly talented player.

“I’m not surprised by what Lamine Yamal is doing because he has a lot of talent. He will do everything to make things difficult for us, but we also have a lot of potential and will play with great confidence,” he said during the official press conference in Konya.

At just 20 years old, the Turkish star is already seen as a leader in his national team and believes they can stand toe-to-toe with one of Europe’s strongest sides.

Confidence to beat Spain

Güler also revealed that he spoke with his Real Madrid teammates Dani Carvajal and Dean Huijsen about the challenge of facing Spain. “We talked about the match, and they know it’s going to be very difficult. I want to return to Madrid’s training sessions as a winner,” he admitted.

The midfielder stressed the importance of the game, with both teams battling for the top spot in the group. “Surely Spain will have more possession, but we will press and try to impose our game. We respect the Spanish team a lot, they haven’t lost in a long time, but we know what we need to do,” he added.

A high-level battle

The clash between Turkey and Spain promises to be one of the highlights of this qualifying round. With Arda Güler’s leadership and Lamine Yamal’s explosiveness, the game features two of Europe’s brightest young stars.

For the Turkish midfielder, it’s another chance to confirm his growing status for both his national team and Real Madrid. For the Spanish winger, it’s yet another stage to showcase why he has become one of the most talked-about talents in world football.

The match in Konya will not only be decisive in the group standings but also in the international projection of these young players who are already shaping the future of the game.