Turkey’s national football team lost 1-0 to Paraguay in their second match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D qualifying stage. The defeat effectively eliminates Turkey from contention for a place in the next round. The match saw Paraguay score the sole goal, securing their victory and significantly impacting Turkey’s chances. This result follows Turkey’s previous performance in the qualifying group. With this loss, Turkey faces an uphill battle to qualify for the World Cup. The team will now focus on completing their remaining group stage matches despite the diminished prospects of advancement. This outcome represents a setback for Turkish football fans and the national team’s World Cup ambitions.