The Turkish national football team is set to face Romania in a pivotal match on March 26, 2026. This game is part of the UEFA playoffs for the FIFA World Cup. Under the guidance of Italian coach Vincenzo Montella, this will be the team’s 30th match, which includes both official and friendly encounters.
Match Overview: Turkey vs. Romania
Turkey has played 29 matches under Montella, achieving 16 victories, 8 losses, and 5 draws. In these games, Turkey scored 53 goals but also conceded 41. Historically, the matches between Turkey and Romania have favored the Romanian side.
Head-to-Head Record
Turkey and Romania have met a total of 26 times. The breakdown of their encounters is as follows:
- Matches played: 26
- Romania victories: 14
- Turkey victories: 5
- Draws: 7
In these matches, Romania has scored 49 goals, while Turkey managed 24. Notably, Turkey has struggled to find the net in 10 of these encounters, successfully keeping a clean sheet in only 4 matches.
Recent Encounters
The last face-off between these two teams took place on November 9, 2017. Romania secured a 2-0 victory on home soil, adding to their favorable record.
As Turkey prepares for this crucial clash, the team will aim to turn the tables against Romania and secure a spot in the World Cup tournament.
