In a fiery final group game, Turkey secured a last-16 tie against Austria by beating the Czech Republic 2-1. The match took place at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg. Here are the key moments:
Cenk Tosun’s Stoppage-Time Winner: Former Everton striker Cenk Tosun scored the decisive goal in stoppage time. He cut inside and drove a shot into the back of the net, sealing Turkey’s victory.
Antonin Barak’s Red Card: The Czech Republic’s hopes suffered a blow when Antonin Barak was sent off midway through the first half for a second yellow card. His studs-up challenge on Arda Guler led to the dismissal.
Passionate Fans and Entertaining Play: Initially, Turkey struggled to break down their opponents and finished the first half without a shot on target. However, captain Hakan Calhanoglu’s strike into the bottom corner ignited their performance. West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek volleyed in from six yards to level the score for the Czech Republic.
Chaos and Cards: The game saw a total of 18 cards shown, setting a new record for a European Championship match. Both sides pushed for victory, resulting in chaotic scenes and late bookings.
Turkey Progresses: Despite the drama, Turkey celebrated their dramatic win and progressed to the knockout stages.
This victory echoed their comeback against the Czech Republic in the 2008 tournament when they came from two goals down to secure a win. The heat in Hamburg added to the intensity, with both sets of fans enjoying the sunny weather but also witnessing ill-discipline on the pitch. Bet your winning team now at KOUN.
