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World Cup 2026 Playoffs: Kosovo vs Turkey Live

Published March 31, 2026 · Updated March 31, 2026 · The Guardian

Live coverage begins at 7.45pm BST as Kosovo and Turkey battle in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Both teams have announced their starting XIs for the crucial playoff match.

Turkey line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Arda Güler and Kerem Aktürkoglu leading the attack. The starting XI features defenders Ferdi Kadioglu and Merih Demiral, alongside defensive midfielders Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Salih Özcan.

Kosovo, led by Yura Movsisyan, will operate in a 4-4-2 formation. Midfielder Amir Rrahmani and forward Altin Llulli are key players, with the side looking to secure a spot in the finals against Bulgaria or Georgia.

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