Pundit Says Turkey’s World Cup Attack Lacked a Number 9 Like Paul Onuachu

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Turkey’s 2-0 loss to Australia has reignited calls for a traditional centre-forward in their lineup. A Trabzonspor columnist argued that Turkey’s reliance on wing crosses failed against Australia’s organised defence. He noted smaller forwards couldn’t win aerial duels or hold up play under pressure. The writer insisted a striker with Onuachu’s attributes—power in the box and aerial prowess—would have given Turkey a vital attacking dimension.

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