Match 1: Turkey vs Georgia
Match Analysis: Turkey will take on Georgia in their opening match in Group F
Georgia have their first-ever European Championship fixture
Turkey aims to improve the dreaded Euro 2020 campaign
Turkey's Euro 2024 tour kicks off in Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night when they take on Group F newcomers Georgia.
Three years ago, Turkey suffered a crushing defeat at Euro 2020. Although Montella's side are strong in their journey into Euro 2024, the optimism surrounding them is not so palpable.
Georgian fans have been waiting to see their national teams compete in a big tournament.
Their penalty shoot-out win over Greece in March meant they qualified through the play-offs and they will be keen to prove themselves in Europe.
When does the Turkey vs Georgia match start?
Location: Dortmund, Germany
Where: Iduna Park Stadium
Date: Tuesday, June 18
Tee times: 17:00 BST / 12:00 ET / 09:00 PT / 00:00 Beijing Time
Referee: Facundo Taylor
VAR: Alejandro José Hernández Hernández
Head-to-head record Turkey vs Georgia (Last five matches)
Turkey: 3 wins
Georgia: 1 win
Draws: 1
Last match: Georgia 1-3 Turkey (24/05/2012) - International friendlies
Turkey Team News
Monteka's side are full of youthful attacking energy, with Alda Gulečsoi and Kenan Yildiz expected to feature in the Turkish national team.
The much-regarded Gulerer ended his debut season with Real Madrid strongly, while former Bayern Munich Yildiz showcased his talent for Juventus last season.
Technically gifted Hakan Calhanoglu and Ozan Kirkqu will operate at the fulcrum in midfield, but illness could prevent experienced midfielder Youssef Sarri from playing.
Turkey vs Georgia prediction lineup (4-2-3-1): Günok, Aihan, Demiral, Bardakć, Kadioğlu, Calhanoğlu, Ozcan, Güller, Ildiz, Aktirkoğlu, Yilmaz.
Georgian team news
Lloria has been suspended, but the experienced goalkeeper is expected to only play a substitute role at the European Championships.
Willy Saniol is concerned about Kitishvili's injury, and Ottar Kitishvili has been training alone ahead of Tuesday's game, but the midfielder is hopeful to start against Turkey.
Metz's George Mikautadze will start alongside Georgian superstar Kvaratskhelia.
Georgia vs Turkey predicted lineup (3-5-2): Mamadashvili, Kvirkvili, Kahia, Dwali, Kakabadze, Kocholashvili, Kitshishvili, Chakvetadze, Shenglia, Mikautadze, Kvaratskhelia.
—— Forecast ——
Turkey are heading into Euro 2024 in fairly strong form, but modest expectations mean Montella's side could surprise some this summer. Their keen attacking talent can cause a stir, and they have midfielders who can control and direct the game.
They should get a lot of goals against a Georgian side who are aggressive but also want to take advantage of Georgia's counter-attack. The Turkish team can succeed in this regard.
Georgia certainly won't be a walker and the Turkish team will have to give it their all if they're going to start the game with a win.
Recommend:
Look for Turkey to win 2-0 2-1 3-1