Euro 2016: Czech Republic vs Turkey - 5 players to watch out for

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#5 Arda Turan

Arda Turan has AWOL from his captaincy duties

A household name in Turkey, Arda Turan has had a season to forget since his transfer from Atletico Madrid to Barcelona. He couldn't be used for the first 6 months due to a transfer ban imposed on the Catalans and he couldn’t make much out of the opportunities given to him in the 2nd half of the season.

The do or die situation Turkey are facing could give him a stronger reason to give everything he can to hit top gear again. A winger who can also operate as a wide forward and also an attacking midfielder, Arda is known for his excellent passing skills. Coupled with that, he is quite good in dribbling, holding on to the ball and also in defensive contribution. He is a player who prefers doing layoffs and short passes, is also a bit rash in nature with him committing fouls often due to unnecessary tackling.

A vital force in Turkish national team’s attack, Turan can make any team have a run for their money on his day and everyone in Turkey are praying he would be doing this tonight.

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