Episode
First Touch '26 - Turkey
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- May 11, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 994
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Summary
Turkey is back at the World Cup for the first time since its legendary 2002 run, and a new golden generation is raising expectations once again. Host David Gass explores the history of Turkish soccer, the passion behind the country’s biggest clubs, and the stars leading the 2026 squad, including Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Arda Güler, and Kenan Yıldız. Plus, a look at Turkey’s path back to the tournament and whether this team can make a deep run on the world stage.