A friendly between Venezuela and Turkey is set for Saturday at Chase Stadium, marking the first meeting between the two sides on short notice as both nations fine‑tune their squads ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Turkey enters the match as part of a busy preparation schedule that includes a Group D lineup featuring Australia, Paraguay and the United States. The Turkish team secured its World Cup berth with a 1‑0 victory over Kosovo, a result highlighted by Kerem Akturkoglu’s 52nd‑minute winner.
Akturkoglu, who netted the decisive goal against Kosovo, is expected to play a pivotal role when Turkey opens its World Cup campaign on June 14 against Australia in Vancouver. The squad’s recent form suggests they are looking to build momentum heading into the tournament.
Venezuela, despite never having qualified for a World Cup, will use the encounter to experiment with tactics and integrate younger players. The South American side sees the friendly as a valuable opportunity to test new formations before their eventual tournament ambitions.
The game will be broadcast on FOX Soccer Plus and can be streamed live on Fubo, giving viewers across the United States a chance to watch the action from the stadium.
Where to Watch
Fans can tune in to FOX Soccer Plus for the live feed, while Fubo provides an online streaming option that mirrors the broadcast schedule. The match forms part of a series of warm‑up games that also include Turkey’s upcoming fixtures against Australia, Paraguay and the United States later in June.