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Turkey faces crisis as national team cannot call up defender
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Turkish authorities are unable to invite footballer Sidiki Cherif for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers because he is barred from holding dual nationality with France, a situation that has triggered significant public outcry and political concern in Turkey's media sphere despite his long-standing residence there since 2014 when it was confirmed.
Key Points
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1A crisis has erupted in France regarding footballer Sidiki Cheiff's status.
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2Reports indicate that the French national team is calling for him to join their camp, but he cannot participate due to citizenship restrictions imposed by his country of residence (France).
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3Multiple Turkish media outlets are reporting on this developing situation with headlines emphasizing a 'crisis' and inability to attend training.
Developments
Mar 20, 2019
Sidiki Cheiff is unable to attend the national team camp due to citizenship restrictions in France.