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Turkish Amputee National Team prepares for 2026 World Cup
The Turkish Amputee National Football Team is undergoing intensive preparations for the 2026 World Cup, scheduled to take place in San Juan de los Lagos, Mexico, from November 13 to 22.
Under the direction of technical director Ismail Temiz, the squad is utilizing the Erciyes High Altitude Camp Center in Kayseri to simulate the environmental conditions expected in Mexico. Team captain Fuat Taştan noted that the high-altitude training is a strategic choice to prepare for the tournament's atmosphere.
Golscorer Barış Telli, often referred to as ‘Amputee Messi’, emphasized that the team’s primary objective is to defend their status as world champions and secure the trophy. Telli highlighted the team's historical dominance, noting they have consistently ranked in the top three since 2007. Taştan added that the team approaches every organization with the goal of achieving first place.
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Barış Telli · Erciyes High Altitude Camp Center · Fuat Taştan · Turkish Amputee National Football Team · İsmail Temiz
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The team is conducting training at the Erciyes High Altitude Camp Center in Kayseri. www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.sondakika.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ismail Temiz is the technical director of the Turkish Amputee National Football Team. www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.sondakika.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The 2026 World Cup will be held in San Juan de los Lagos, Mexico, from November 13 to 22. www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.gazetebirlik.com · www.sondakika.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Turkish Amputee National Football Team is preparing for the 2026 World Cup. www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.gazetebirlik.com · www.sondakika.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The team's primary objective for the upcoming tournament is to win the world championship. www.gazetebirlik.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Turkish team has consistently placed in the top three since 2007. www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.sondakika.com