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Turkey Beats Venezuela 2-1, Montella Urges World Cup Upgrade

6/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Turkey defeated Venezuela 2-1 in a friendly at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.
Baris Yilmaz and Yunus Akgun scored Turkey’s goals.
Coach Vincenzo Montella praised his team’s high-pressing style but urged a higher level for the World Cup opener.
Venezuela coach Oswaldo Vizcarrondo said the heat affected play and urged a winning mentality to help the only South American nation never to reach a World Cup.

History

Historical Context

Turkey’s 2002 World Cup run, led by Senol Günes, produced eight goals and a historic third-place finish, cementing a belief in elite performance. After a 24-year World Cup absence ended with qualification for 2026 under Vincenzo Montella, the side now aims to revive that momentum in a friendly against Venezuela.

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Story summary

Turkey defeated Venezuela 2-1 in a friendly at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.
Baris Yilmaz and Yunus Akgun scored Turkey’s goals.
Coach Vincenzo Montella praised his team’s high-pressing style but urged a higher level for the World Cup opener.
Venezuela coach Oswaldo Vizcarrondo said the heat affected play and urged a winning mentality to help the only South American nation never to reach a World Cup.

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