Yusuf Demir, who attracted attention with his performance in the Rapid Wien jersey, was included in the national team squad by Ralf Rangnick.
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Yusuf Demir returned to Rapid Wien, where he trained, in February 2026. The player has previously played in 4 matches for the Austrian National Team.
Yusuf Demir, who returned to Rapid Wien, where he trained in February 2026, and made a name for himself with his performance this season, was called to the candidate squad of the Austrian National Team after 5 years.
The 23-year-old player was included in the squad determined by coach Ralf Rangnick for the UEFA Nations League matches.
According to the announcement of the Austrian Football Federation (ÖFB), Ralf Rangnick made two changes in the national team squad due to injuries. Yusuf Demir was included in the squad after Carney Chukwuemeka, who plays for Borussia Dortmund, suffered a thigh muscle injury. Raul Florucz, who plays for Union Saint-Gilloise, was invited to replace Werder Bremen's Marco Grüll, who was removed from the squad due to a calf problem.
HE CATCHED HIS FORM AGAIN
Yusuf Demir, who contributed to 15 goals in 19 matches in all competitions this season, recorded 5 goals and 6 assists in 12 matches in the Bundesliga. The 23-year-old player, who has a contract with Rapid Wien until June 2027, also includes a one-year extension option.
PLAYED 4 MATCHES
Yusuf Demir, who has played in 4 matches for the Austrian National Team so far, has not been able to experience the joy of a goal yet. The young football player will be able to take part in Austria's UEFA Nations League matches against Ireland on 14 November and Israel on 17 November.
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Yusuf Demir can take part in the matches against Ireland on 14 November and Israel on 17 November.
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