Career Timeline of Arda Güler: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 7, 2026

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Arda Güler made an impact.

Arda Güler is a Turkish professional footballer renowned for his skills as an attacking midfielder or winger. Currently playing for Real Madrid in La Liga and the Turkey national team, Güler is considered among the top young talents globally. His exceptional abilities have quickly garnered him recognition and established him as a promising figure in the world of soccer.

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2014: Starts Youth Career at Gençlerbirliği

In 2014, Arda Güler began his youth career at Ankara-based club Gençlerbirliği.

2018: Joins Fenerbahçe U-15 Team

In the 2018-19 season, Arda Güler started playing for the Fenerbahçe U-15 team.

February 2019: Discovered by Fenerbahçe

On February 20, 2019, Arda Güler was discovered by Fenerbahçe and included in their youth squad at the age of 13.

2020: Moves to Fenerbahçe U-16 Team

In 2020, Arda Güler was moved to the Fenerbahçe U-16 team.

January 2021: Signs Professional Contract with Fenerbahçe

On January 13, 2021, Arda Güler signed a two-and-a-half-year professional contract with Fenerbahçe, being considered a wonderkid.

July 2021: Awaits Place in Fenerbahçe First Team

In July 2021, Arda Güler began waiting for his opportunity to join Fenerbahçe’s first team.

August 2021: Senior Debut and First Süper Lig Assist

In August 2021, Arda Güler made his senior debut for Fenerbahçe against HJK in the UEFA Europa League play-off round. Three days later, he provided an assist in his first Süper Lig match against Antalyaspor on August 22, 2021.

2021: Promoted to Fenerbahçe U-19 Team

In 2021, Arda Güler was promoted to the Fenerbahçe U-19 team, contributing significantly with goals and assists.

March 2022: Youngest Goalscorer in Süper Lig History

In March 2022, Arda Güler became Fenerbahçe's youngest goalscorer in Süper Lig history.

May 2022: European Clubs Show Interest

By May 2022, Arda Güler had scored 3 goals and delivered 3 assists, attracting interest from major European clubs. On March 17, 2022, Fenerbahçe announced they had signed a three-year contract with him.

November 2022: Senior International Debut for Turkey

On November 19, 2022, Arda Güler made his senior international debut for Turkey in a friendly win against the Czech Republic.

November 2022: First Goal in European Competitions

On November 3, 2022, Arda Güler scored his first goal in European competitions in a Europa League match against Dynamo Kyiv.

2022: Given Number 10 Jersey

At the start of the 2022–23 season, Arda Güler was given the number 10 jersey, after Mesut Özil's departure, and scored two goals in his first match against Kasımpaşa.

2022: Senior Debut for Turkey

In 2022, Arda Güler made his senior debut for the Turkey national team.

June 2023: Man of the Match in Turkish Cup Final

On June 11, 2023, Arda Güler was named man of the match in the Turkish Cup final. On July 6, 2023, he announced his departure from Fenerbahçe.

June 2023: First International Goal

On June 19, 2023, Arda Güler scored his first international goal for Turkey against Wales in Euro 2024 qualifiers.

July 2023: Signs with Real Madrid

On July 6, 2023, Arda Güler signed a six-year contract with Real Madrid. The deal involved triggering his release clause with a €20 million payment.

2023: Wins Turkish Cup and Signs with Real Madrid

In 2023, Arda Güler won the Turkish Cup with Fenerbahçe. Later in 2023, he signed with Real Madrid.

January 2024: Debut for Real Madrid

On January 6, 2024, Arda Güler debuted for Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey match against Arandina, contributing to the team's win.

June 2024: Player of the Match in Euro 2024

On June 18, 2024, Arda Güler was named Player of the Match after scoring in Turkey's opening fixture win over Georgia at UEFA Euro 2024, becoming the youngest debutant to score in the tournament, aged 19 years and 114 days, breaking Cristiano Ronaldo's previous record.

September 2024: Champions League Debut

On September 17, 2024, Arda Güler made his Champions League debut as a substitute in a match against Stuttgart.

2024: Euro 2024 Qualifiers

Arda Güler scored his first goal against Wales in Euro 2024 qualifiers in June 2023. He continued to play for Turkey in 2024.

2024: UEFA Euro 2024

In 2024, Arda Güler was a member of the Turkey squad for UEFA Euro 2024, playing a key role in the team's run to the quarter-finals.

April 2025: League Start and Winning Goal

On April 23, 2025, Arda Güler scored the winning goal in a 1–0 win over Getafe and was named player of the match.

August 2025: First Goal of the Season and Increased Role

On August 30, 2025, Arda Güler scored his first goal of the season in a La Liga win over Mallorca and began playing a more important role in Real Madrid's squad throughout August and September.

March 2026: Longest Goal in LaLiga

On March 14, 2026, Arda Güler scored a 68-meter goal from his own half in a 4–1 victory over Elche, tying the record for the longest goal ever scored in LaLiga.