Fri Oct 11 20:22:47 UTC 2024: ## Turkey Favored to Secure Nations League Victory Against Montenegro

**Samsun, Turkey** – The Turkish national team will be looking to extend their unbeaten run in the UEFA Nations League when they face Montenegro at the Samsun 19 Mayis Stadium on Friday. Turkey currently sits atop Group B4 with four points, while Montenegro languishes at the bottom without a single point.

Turkey’s recent form has been impressive, highlighted by a 3-1 victory over Iceland in their last Nations League match. Star striker Kerem Akturkoglu delivered a hat-trick in that encounter, demonstrating the team’s attacking potency.

However, Montenegro has struggled in recent months, suffering four consecutive defeats since their last victory in January. This includes two disappointing losses in their opening Nations League fixtures against Iceland and Wales.

Despite Montenegro’s struggles, they have scored in each of their last three matches against Turkey. However, they have never managed to defeat their opponents, who hold a strong home record.

Turkey will be without injured goalkeeper Mert Gunok, but manager Vincenzo Montella has a strong squad available, with the likes of Arda Guler, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Baris Alper Yilmaz all ready to contribute.

Montenegro, meanwhile, will be hoping to bounce back from their recent poor form and avoid setting a new unwanted national record of five consecutive losses.

Given the current form of both teams, Turkey is widely considered the favorite to win this encounter. Montenegro’s porous defense will face a tough test against a potent Turkish attack.

**Possible Starting Lineups:**

**Turkey:** Cakir; Muldur, Demiral, Bardakci, Kadioglu; Calhanoglu, Kokcu; Guler, Kahveci, Akturkoglu; B. Yilmaz

**Montenegro:** Mijatovic; Marusic, Rubezic, Vujacic, Radunovic; Brnovic, Jovovic; Camaj, Jovetic, Krstovic; Mugosa

**Kick-off:** Friday, September 8th, at the Samsun 19 Mayis Stadium.

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