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Turkey to Host France in Nations League Opener at Kocaeli Stadium

Turkey faces World Cup winners France on Friday in a high-risk UEFA Nations League match with extensive security and transport plans.

Sources: Medyabar, Çağdaş Kocaeli, Özgür Kocaeli3 sources ↓|· 1 min read
Turkey to Host France in Nations League Opener at Kocaeli Stadium
Photo: Medyabar

KEY POINTS

  • Turkey vs France kicks off at 21:45 on Sept 25 at Kocaeli Stadium
  • Match designated high-risk; gates open at 18:45
  • Only named e-tickets valid; bags larger than A4 banned
  • Public transport strongly recommended due to traffic measures
  • City promotes tourism to French visitors with translated materials

Turkey will play France at Kocaeli Stadium on Friday, September 25, in their opening UEFA Nations League group match. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:45 local time, with stadium gates opening at 18:45.

Authorities have classified the fixture as high-risk due to its international profile, expecting heavy congestion around the venue. Fans are strongly advised to use public transport such as trams, municipal buses, and minibuses instead of private vehicles.

“We are ready in every sense. Hosting a world champion team in our city is important for us.”

— Gökhan Yavaşer, Youth and Sports Provincial Director

Entry requires a valid, named electronic ticket; tickets cannot be reused once scanned. Children over seven years old must hold a ticket. Bags larger than A4 size are prohibited, and all spectators face turnstile checks and body searches.

Youth and Sports Provincial Director Gökhan Yavaşer stated preparations began months ago, citing last year's World Cup qualifier against Georgia as a successful test event. He confirmed the pitch, lighting, sound systems, and French broadcast requirements are all ready.

Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality has prepared French-language promotional content, including a translated "Show Me Türkiye: Kocaeli" film and digital tourism kits distributed to visitors via hotels and travel agencies. National team merchandise will be sold at the stadium's KS Store.

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