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Arda Güler at the double in Copa del Rey clash with Minera

Although Belgium mounted a swift response, Turkey broke the deadlock courtesy of Arda Guler, who has firmly cemented his status as the new idol of the national fanbase.

The moment of magic arrived in the 20th minute. Awarded a central free-kick from long range, roughly 30 metres from goal, Turkey turned to their talisman. The Real Madrid playmaker, with the target firmly in his sights, stepped up without hesitation to dispatch a sublime strike.

Arda's effort was both ferocious and pinpoint, arrowing straight into Senne Lammens' top corner. The wonder strike was instantly reminiscent of Lionel Messi's iconic set-piece in the first leg of the 2018-19 Champions League semi-final between Barcelona and Liverpool.