Has Ersin Destanoğlu played in a World Cup before?

Turkey has appeared in 3 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Ersin Destanoğlu's full international history.

What position does Ersin Destanoğlu play?

Ersin Destanoğlu plays as a goalkeeper for Turkey at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Turkey in at the 2026 World Cup?

Turkey are in Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside United States, Paraguay, Australia.

When does Turkey play at the World Cup?

Turkey's first match is on 2026-06-13 against Australia at BC Place, Vancouver.

How old is Ersin Destanoğlu?

Ersin Destanoğlu is 25 years old.

Ersin Destanoğlu – Turkey | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Ersin Destanoğlu

Date of BirthJanuary 1, 2001 (age 25)

Place of Birthİstanbul, Türkiye

Height / Weight195 / 88

PositionGoalkeeper

Current ClubBeşiktaş

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies Clubs	3	0	0
Süper Lig	25	0	0
Türkiye Kupası	6	0	0
UEFA Europa Conference League	1	0	0
UEFA Europa League	3	0	0
All Competitions	38	0	0

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World Cup 2026

Group D →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	United States	3	2	0	1	4	6
2	Australia	3	1	1	1	0	4
3	Paraguay	3	1	1	1	-2	4
4	Turkey	3	1	0	2	-2	3

2026-06-13Australia vs TurkeyBC Place, Vancouver→2026-06-19Turkey vs ParaguayLevi's Stadium, San Francisco→2026-06-25Turkey vs United StatesSoFi Stadium, Los Angeles→

2026 tournament outlook

Ersin Destanoğlu will represent Turkey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Turkey have been drawn in Group D alongside United States, Paraguay, Australia. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-13 against Australia at BC Place, Vancouver. As a goalkeeper, Destanoğlu will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Turkey's best World Cup finish is Third place (2002). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Turkey at the 2026 World Cup

Ersin Destanoğlu is part of the Turkey squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Vincenzo Montella, alongside A. Bayındır, S. Akaydin, H. Çalhanoğlu, and O. Aydın among the key players.

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