Swiss get hostile welcome as Turks rage over Berne treatment

THE Turkish Football Federation has condemned the treatment of its national side in Saturday’s World Cup playoff against Switzerland, fuelling tensions for the return leg in Istanbul tomorrow night.

The rising temperature showed as the Swiss team were given a hostile reception when they arrived in Turkey’s largest city yesterday.

Switzerland are in the driving seat after a deserved 2-0 home victory in Berne, with goals from Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos and Lazio midfielder Valon Behrami.