The games will be held as part of the teams' training camps. According to the Russian national team's press service, the Russian players faced logistical difficulties before departing for Turkey: the first flight was canceled, but after exchanging tickets, the team was able to depart for the camp.
Training schedule and other matches
While the youth squad prepares in Turkey, the Kyrgyzstan senior national team is conducting its training camps in Vietnam. According to the Kyrgyz Football Union, based in Bishkek, the team will also participate in the VFF International Friendly Cup — 2026.
As part of this tournament, friendly matches against the national teams of Vietnam and Chinese Taipei are scheduled in Nam Dinh. The matches will take place on November 13 and 15.
