Arda Güler: "My Career is Evolving Positively; I Can Play in Various Positions"

Arda Güler is pivotal to Turkey's aspirations for the 2026 World Cup. His significant progress is not a matter of chance but the result of diligent work and comprehensive football training since he joined Valdebebas at the age of 18. Güler himself stated, "I believe my career is progressing positively. As I've mentioned, I'm capable of playing in multiple positions, which offers me a distinct outlook. I think this also enhances my vision of the game."

This qualitative leap is a tangible reality, one that the player fully recognizes: "I feel that I can now perform better across both flanks of the field. When I'm deployed in a deeper role, the coach's expectations naturally shift." Consequently, his versatility is a defining characteristic of his play, as he has adeptly adjusted his style to fit various tactical setups. He added, "Here, with the national team, when I'm utilized more as a playmaker, the demands are different."

Perseverance: A Key Quality

The combination of innate talent and unwavering dedication is enabling Arda Güler to continue his remarkable ascent, with the clear objective of establishing himself as a foundational player for Real Madrid. This work ethic was vividly showcased by his extraordinary long-range goal against Elche: "That was a very special goal for me. I had attempted it several times before without success, but I kept pushing. When I finally scored it, I was incredibly happy." He concluded, "However, a goal like that is challenging to replicate, so I'm not sure if we'll see it again. God willing, we might witness more."

I feel that now I can perform better on both sides of the field.

Arda Güler

With an important playoff match looming, the Altındağ native hopes fans will provide the crucial extra impetus that could secure World Cup qualification: "All our supporters will be with us, and we are determined to give our absolute best. We are all highly focused."

Achieving such a challenging feat would realize Güler's dream of reaching the pinnacle of football, both at club and international levels: "Qualifying for the World Cup is the most special achievement; it's the ultimate stage. Real Madrid also stands at the zenith of club football, and I am immensely excited to be a part of that. I feel happy and ready for this challenge."