Turkey vs Portugal Predicted line-ups and latest news, – June 22, 2024

The second round of the Euro 2024 group stage is coming to a close, and today we anticipate three matches, one of which is the clash between the leaders of Group F: Turkey will face Portugal.

Turkey tops the group table with the best goal difference. In their first match, they defeated Georgia 3-1, while the Portuguese narrowly overcame the Czech Republic 2-1. It is worth noting that a victory in today’s match would secure Turkey’s place in the playoffs.

For Turkey, this match is an opportunity to avenge their defeat to Portugal in the playoffs of the 2022 World Cup qualifiers, where Portugal advanced to the tournament while Turkey missed out once again. A win today would allow the team to approach the third group stage match more comfortably, with the coach being able to rest key players ahead of the playoff matches. The Turkish national team will aim to secure a spot in the knockout stages, a feat they have achieved only twice in their history. For Cristiano Ronaldo’s team, this match is another step towards the final and an attempt to replicate their 2016 championship success.

Ahead of the match, Turkey’s head coach, Vincenzo Montella, outlined the strategic plan for the upcoming game:

"We need to develop our game plan in line with our own identity and system. We must focus on turning our strengths into an advantage and be patient. A crucial point is our intention to possess the ball more than Portugal. We are one of the teams that handle the ball very well. We will focus on our game, show our best performance on the field, and strive for success."

Portugal's head coach, Roberto Martinez, also emphasized that his team is aiming for victory:

"We are a team that finishes strong. The important thing is that they [the players] are all ready. Chico and Pedro Neto are showing why they are in the team. Diogo Jota comes in and proves why he is prepared. Semedo too. For us, it is important to grow. After the game with the Czech Republic, we became more prepared, we changed the score after conceding a goal. We need everyone to be ready, whether they start or not, it does not matter for the players at this moment."

This match is crucial for both teams in the group stage, and they will undoubtedly give their all to secure a victory, with the coaches fielding their best players. The Dailysports team has prepared information on the likely starting lineups based on previous decisions by the coaches.

Predicted Turkey line-up

Günok – Kadıoğlu, Bardakçı, Akaydın, Müldür – Ayhan, Çalhanoğlu – Yıldız, Kökçü, Güler – Yılmaz

Predicted Portugal line-up

Costa – Mendes, Pepe, Dias – Cancelo, Fernandes, Vitinha, Dalot – Leão, Silva – Ronaldo

The match is set to kick off today at 18:00 Central European Time. The Dailysports team has also provided information on where you can watch this match in your country.