Anthem composed for national football team at Bahçeli's request

A new anthem, "Arkanızdayız" (We are behind you), has been composed for the Turkish national football team to rally support for their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. The initiative was reportedly driven by Devlet Bahçeli, the leader of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP).

The song, created by artist Ahmet Öngel, aims to bolster the team's morale as they represent Turkey on the international stage. The MHP shared the announcement on its social media, stating, "At the request of our leader, Mr. Devlet Bahçeli, an anthem has been prepared for our National Team, which will represent our country in the 2026 World Cup. 'Arkanızdayız' - Ahmet Öngel."

The music video accompanying the anthem incorporates dynamic footage from the national team's World Cup qualifying matches. It also showcases scenes of enthusiastic fans cheering from the stands and features the Togg, Turkey's domestic electric car, adding a nationalistic element to the visual presentation.

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At the request of our leader, Mr. Devlet Bahçeli, an anthem has been prepared for our National Team, which will represent our country in the 2026 World Cup. 'Arkanızdayız' - Ahmet Öngel.