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Montella pictures ‘beautiful path’ as Turkey embrace return to World Cup
Italian manager guided his team past Kosovo in their playoff final, with Kenan Yildiz a burgeoning superstar
TL;DR
- Vincenzo Montella led Turkey to World Cup qualification, ending a long drought for the team.
- Turkey secured their place with a professional 1-0 win over Kosovo, thanks to a goal from Kerem Akturkoglu.
- Kenan Yildiz is identified as a burgeoning superstar in the Turkish team.
- Despite qualifying, Turkey's playing style was described as disciplined but lacking flair, with concerns about how it will fare against top opposition.
- Kosovo's football development is highlighted as extraordinary, with promising young players like Fisnik Asllani.
- Kosovo's national team received a medal of merit from the country's president for their performance and for inspiring hope.