Turkey defender Kabak: 'We have information on Australia'

Turkish national team defender Ozan Kabak expressed confidence and excitement ahead of the team's upcoming match against Australia. Speaking to reporters before the final training session at Killarney Park, Kabak highlighted the team's thorough preparation and strong support received. "We have analyzed Australia extensively; you could say we have memorized them," Kabak stated. "They are a physically strong opponent. We haven't had the chance to watch them extensively beforehand as they are from another continent, but our coach has done an excellent analysis and has made us memorize Australia."

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We have analyzed Australia extensively; you could say we have memorized them. They are a physically strong opponent. We haven't had the chance to watch them extensively beforehand as they are from another continent, but our coach has done an excellent analysis and has made us memorize Australia.

Kabak stressed the team's primary focus on defense, emphasizing the importance of preventing goals, especially in a tournament setting. "In tournaments, in modern football, defending is mandatory. We must defend as a team. Not conceding goals is very important, especially winning without conceding, or even drawing," he said. He added that completing matches without conceding goals will have a significant impact. Kabak, who has been part of the national team since 2019, reflected on his seven years of service, calling it an honor to wear the national jersey and play in his first World Cup.

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In tournaments, in modern football, defending is mandatory. We must defend as a team. Not conceding goals is very important, especially winning without conceding, or even drawing. I think completing matches without conceding goals will have a significant impact.

Regarding his personal performance, Kabak, who has scored several goals for Hoffenheim in the German League this season, expressed his desire to score in the World Cup. "Who wouldn't want to score? Of course, I would like to. Our primary goal, as defenders, is of course not to concede goals, and then, God willing, if it happens," he responded when asked about his scoring prospects. He also commended head coach Montella for his individual attention to players and tactical guidance, noting that the coach communicates his expectations clearly to each player.

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Who wouldn't want to score? Of course, I would like to. Our primary goal, as defenders, is of course not to concede goals, and then, God willing, if it happens.