Euro 2024: Turkey lose Arda Guler for Portugal clash

Arda Guler ruled out of Turkey's Euro 2024 clash with Portugal

Turkey have been dealt a blow ahead of their Euro 2024 clash with Portugal, with Arda Guler ruled out of the match

The forward, who has been in impressive form for his club side Fenerbahce this season, suffered a knock in training and will not be fit enough to feature in Sunday's match.

It is a major blow for Turkey, who will be looking to build on their impressive start to the tournament, having drawn their opening game against Italy and then beating Wales 2-0.

Portugal, meanwhile, will be looking to maintain their perfect start to the tournament, having beaten Hungary 3-0 in their opening match.

The match between Turkey and Portugal will take place at the Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi in Istanbul, and will kick off at 18:00 local time.

Portugal boast impressive record against Turkey

Portugal boast an impressive record against Turkey, having won seven out of nine matches between the two sides.

Turkey's only two wins against Portugal came in 1955 and 1965, and they will be looking to add to that tally when they meet at Euro 2024.

Portugal, meanwhile, will be looking to extend their unbeaten run against Turkey, and will be confident of doing so given their impressive form in recent months.

Conclusion

The match between Turkey and Portugal is sure to be a close and exciting affair, with both teams looking to book their place in the knockout stages of Euro 2024.

Portugal will be the favorites, given their impressive record against Turkey and their recent good form, but Turkey will be looking to cause an upset and continue their impressive start to the tournament.

The match will be live on television around the world, and is sure to be one of the most watched matches of the day.