Turkey vs Belgium Match Analyzed: Oğuz Aydın's Selection Criticized

The Turkish national team lost 2-1 to Belgium in a UEFA Nations League match. Arda Güler scored the first goal from a free kick, but the opponent took control with goals from De Bruyne and De Ketelaere.

Columnists discussed defensive choices the most. Many commentators disagreed with playing Oğuz Aydın at right back, arguing that this matchup against Jeremy Doku upset the team's balance. According to the writers, the coaching staff should have made its substitutions earlier.

The midfield and the attack were also criticized. Commentators said that a midfield unable to control the game and a striker who remained ineffective put the team under pressure. Some writers, however, said it was not right to harshly criticize Sergen Yalçın over one match, though squad selection still needed more care.

Pitch conditions also came up for discussion. One writer reminded readers that the surfaces at the Nations League matches played in Kocaeli, Bursa and İzmir were very poor.