Türkiye and France are set to meet in UEFA Nations League action on Friday, September 25, 2026, with the two European national teams opening their League A Group 1 campaigns in Kocaeli.
The match brings together Türkiye and France in one of the notable fixtures of the opening round, with both sides looking to start the new Nations League campaign with three points.
Türkiye vs France Match Details
- Match: Türkiye vs France
- Competition: UEFA Nations League A, Group 1
- Round: Round 1
- Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
- Kickoff Time: 2:45 PM ET
- Venue: Turka Arac Muayene Kocaeli Stadyumu
- Location: Kocaeli, Türkiye
- Stadium Capacity: 35,000
- Surface: Grass
- TV/Streaming: ViX
- Referee: Felix Zwayer (Germany)
Where to Watch Türkiye vs France
Fans in the United States can watch Türkiye vs France on ViX, with kickoff scheduled for 2:45 PM ET.
Broadcast availability can vary by country and region, so viewers outside the United States should check their local UEFA Nations League broadcast listings.
Where Is Türkiye vs France Being Played?
Türkiye will host France at Turka Arac Muayene Kocaeli Stadyumu in Kocaeli, Türkiye.
The stadium has a listed capacity of approximately 35,000 spectators and features a natural grass playing surface.
Who Is the Referee for Türkiye vs France?
German referee Felix Zwayer has been assigned to officiate the UEFA Nations League match between Türkiye and France.
Zwayer is an experienced international referee who has handled major domestic and European matches during his career.
Weather Forecast for Türkiye vs France
The forecast around kickoff calls for partly cloudy conditions and a temperature of approximately 55°F, which should provide relatively cool conditions for the players.
Türkiye and France Begin Nations League Group 1 Campaign
This match is part of Round 1 of UEFA Nations League A Group 1, meaning both Türkiye and France are beginning their group-stage campaigns.
A victory would give either side an immediate three points in the standings, while a draw would give each country one point.
Türkiye vs France Kickoff Time
Türkiye vs France kicks off at 2:45 PM ET on Friday, September 25, 2026, from Kocaeli, Türkiye.
For U.S. viewers, ViX is listed as the streaming option for the UEFA Nations League matchup.