Arda Güler previews Türkiye vs Spain and dismisses Lamine Yamal comparisons: “Our styles are different”

Real Madrid’s Arda Güler will be on the field this Sunday (7) as Türkiye host Spain in the second round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. The highly anticipated clash not only brings together two rising stars of European football, but also sparks interest due to the Real Madrid–Barcelona rivalry represented by Güler and Spain’s Lamine Yamal.

Türkiye vs Spain: young stars set to collide

The match kicks off at 3:45 p.m. (Brasília time) and promises to be one of the highlights of the qualifiers. Both nations are fighting for a direct place at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

While fans and media have fueled comparisons between Güler and Yamal, the Turkish playmaker chose to end the debate.

Güler distances himself from Yamal comparisons

Speaking in a press conference during training camp, Güler was clear about the differences between the two:

“Lamine Yamal and I don’t play the same position; our styles are different. It wouldn’t be fair to compare. He plays for Barcelona, I play for Real Madrid. I wish him all the best for tomorrow.”

A word with Dani Carvajal

The 19-year-old midfielder also revealed a light-hearted exchange with his Real Madrid teammate Dani Carvajal, who will captain Spain in the game.

“I spoke to Dani Carvajal and told him how difficult the environment in Türkiye would be. And when we return to Madrid, I’ll be on the winning team,” Güler said confidently.

The duel between Türkiye and Spain promises not only to impact the qualifiers, but also to showcase two of the brightest prospects in world football.