Turkey vs France: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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25 Sep,20:45
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Turkey vs France Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 0
42
A. Guler
was cautioned
2nd Half0 - 1
54
K. Mbappe
scored for France
68
S. Ozcan
was cautioned
72
D. Upamecano
was cautioned
87
U. Cakir
was sent off
90+3
E. Lepaul
was cautioned
90+3
M. Kone
was cautioned

Turkey welcome France to Kocaeli Stadyumu on 25 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Europe UEFA Nations League A, Group Stage schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.

Turkey rely on wing-backs to provide width.

France often look to dominate matches through attacking play.

Recent Form

Turkey

L

France

W

Turkey are currently going through a difficult run of form. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.

In contrast, France have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

Recent Form Home/Away

Turkey (Home)

L

France (Away)

W
Turkey's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

There is little difference in France's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Turkey

-

France

+

Turkey have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.

In contrast, France boast one of the strongest recent defensive records. Their defensive structure looks well organised.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Turkey (Home)

-

France (Away)

+
Turkey's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

There is little difference in France's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Turkey

-

France

-

Turkey's matches have generally been low-scoring affairs. They often prioritise defensive structure.

Also, France are often involved in tight, cagey games. Breaking down games has been a challenge.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Turkey (Home)

-

France (Away)

-
Turkey's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for France.

Scoring Consistency

Turkey

-

France

+

Turkey have had serious issues in attack, frequently failing to score in recent matches. They urgently need to improve their attacking efficiency.

In contrast, France show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Turkey (Home)

-

France (Away)

+
There is little difference in Turkey's scoring output across venues.

France's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Felix Zwayer
Venue: Kocaeli Stadyumu

Turkey vs France Video Content

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Turkey vs France Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.05
xG
1.13
36
Ball Posession (%)
64
2
Big Chances
2
12
Shots
12
3
Shots on Goal
4
4
Shots Blocked
2
10
Shots inside Box
7
2
Shots outside Box
5
0
Hit Woodwork
1
14
Fouls
15
5
Corner Kicks
3
18
Throw Ins
29
3
Saves
3
15
Free Kicks
14
2
Offsides
2
362
Passes Total
641
277
Passes Completed
560
128
Passes in the final 3rd Total
160
84
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
122
22
Touches in the Opposition Box
23
14
Tackles Total
16
11
Tackles Completed
11
14
Clearances
19
13
Crosses Total
11
4
Crosses Completed
2
17
Interceptions
14

Turkey vs France Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
U. Cakir
16
M. Maignan
14
A. Bardakci
3
A. Truffert
3
M. Demiral
17
M. Lacroix
2
Z. Celik
4
D. Upamecano
20
F. Kadioglu
5
J. Kounde
5
S. Ozcan
14
A. Rabiot
16
I. Yuksek
8
M. Kone
18
O. Aydin
9
R. Cherki
11
C. Uzun
10
K. Mbappe
10
A. Guler
7
O. Dembele
21
B. Yilmaz
11
M. Olise

Turkey vs France H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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