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Turkey stunned after World Cup exit sparks blame game

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Turkey stunned after World Cup exit sparks blame game
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First reported by Mako · Jun 20, 2026

What happened

Turkey’s 2026 World Cup campaign ended after a 1-0 loss to Paraguay, sparking fierce criticism at home. Coach Vincenzo Montella and young star Arda Guler are the main targets, while former coach Senol Gunes urged lessons rather than blame.

  • 01Turkey were eliminated after two group games, with no goals scored.
  • 02A 1-0 loss to Paraguay ended their World Cup hopes.
  • 03Vincenzo Montella faces fierce criticism for the failure.
  • 04Senol Gunes backed Montella and called for lessons, not blame.
  • 05Arda Guler drew scrutiny after two matches without a goal or assist.

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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Now 14Right · HebrewJun 21, 2026
Turkey stunned after World Cup exit sparks blame game
N12Center · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Paraguay Draws Attention for Breaking New World Cup Rules in Win Over Turkey
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Paraguay's World Cup win over Turkey overshadowed by rule breaches
WallaCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey Left Reeling After World Cup Elimination Sparks Calls to Fire Montella
N12Center · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey's wasteful World Cup start ends with elimination before final group game
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey’s Wasteful Finishing Leaves World Cup Run in Tatters
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Paraguay Stuns Turkey as First New Rule Red Card Makes World Cup History
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey eliminated from World Cup after scoring drought and second straight loss
N12Center · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey crashes out of World Cup after scoreless start and 1-0 loss to Paraguay
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey stunned by Paraguay and exits the 2026 World Cup
WallaCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey crashes out of the 2026 World Cup after two scoreless defeats
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey Crash Out of World Cup After 1-0 Loss to Paraguay
N12Center · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Turkey Knocked Out After 1-0 Loss to Paraguay

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