On March 23, 2025, Turkey’s national football team secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Hungary in the UEFA Nations League playoff second leg, resulting in a 6-1 aggregate score. Goals from Hakan Çalhanoğlu (37′), Arda Güler (39′), and Abdülkerim Bardakci (90′) propelled Turkey’s advancement to League A for the first time.
Beyond the football pitch, Turkey and Hungary maintain strong bilateral relations, underpinned by historical and cultural ties. Both nations collaborate across various sectors, including trade, energy, and agriculture, with trade volume exceeding $4 billion in recent years.
Additionally, Hungary’s membership in the European Union offers a gateway for Turkish investments in Central Europe, further strengthening their partnership.