UEFA has announced a two-game suspension for Turkish defender Merih Demiral, effective immediately. This decision means Demiral will miss the upcoming match against the Netherlands and, if Turkey advances, the subsequent semi-final.
Turkish Federation Appeals
The Turkish Football Federation has lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in response to the ban.
Impact on Team Selection
While Demiral will be unavailable, Jude Bellingham, who was recently handed a one-game suspension by UEFA for a gesture, will be eligible to play.