Galatasaray Team News - Soccer

Mario Lemina - Helps the defense in Juventus bout Lemina created one scoring chance and had three tackles (one won), seven clearances and three interceptions in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Juventus.

Impact Lemina tried to protect the backline with his physicality in the midfield and recorded a new season high in clearances. He has tallied multiple interceptions in his last three displays, racking eight and adding six tackles (three won), 11 clearances and two shots (one on target) over that span.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Davinson Sanchez - Puts up stats against Juventus Sanchez won three of five tackles and registered 10 clearances and three blocks in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Sanchez was very busy in the back, as Galatasaray bunkered up for most of the game, setting a new season high in tackles and matching the one in clearance, but his team allowed three goals. He has notched at least one tackle in six straight fixtures, amassing 14 (10 won) and adding seven interceptions and seven blocks in that stretch, with no clean sheets. He has tallied three or more clearances in every UCL contest, totaling 67.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel - Gritty display in Juventus tilt Sara won three of four tackles and recorded two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Juventus.

Impact Sara was energetic on both ends and put together a respectable two-way output as Galatasaray advanced to the next round. He has created at least one chance, totaling nine, and posted one or more tackles, racking up 10 and winning six of them, in the last three matches. Additionally, he has posted one or more crosses and corners in every bout, piling up 44 (16 accurate) and 23, respectively.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Baris Yilmaz - Key contributor in Juventus contest Yilmaz scored one goal and assisted once from three shots (one goal) and five crosses (two accurate) in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Yilmaz was involved in both goals in extra time, setting up Victor Osimhen with a timely through ball and then finding the target with a relatively easy finish on a fast-break. He hadn't had any goal contributions prior to this fixture despite playing heavy minutes. He has logged multiple tackles in the last three fixtures, totaling eight (six won) and adding four shots (two on target), four chances created and eight crosses (three accurate) over that span.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wilfried Singo - Dishes out helper versus Juventus Singo (hamstring) assisted once to go with two clearances and one chance created in 17 minutes in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against Juventus.

Impact Singo came in very late after dealing with a muscular problem and contributed to the qualification-sealing goal with a square ball for Baris Yilmaz on a counter, recording his first assist in the competition. He lost prominence because of his injury woes, appearing in five bouts (three starts) and notching three chances created, six crosses and 10 interceptions.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Sends Galatasaray through Osimhen (knee) scored one goal to go with six shots (five on target), three clearances and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat to Juventus.

Impact Osimhen overcame a knee injury, led his team in attempts and bagged the decisive goal in overtime, perfectly toeing the offside trap and putting the ball between the goalie's legs. He hadn't scored in four matches after a very strong start, including a hat-trick. He has registered three or more shots in three games in a row, amassing 12 attempts (four on target) and posting one assist and two key passes over that span.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ugurcan Cakir - Allows three goals versus Juventus Cakir recorded six saves and one clearance and conceded three goals in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Juventus.

Impact Cakir was beaten three times, once on a PK and twice from point-blank range, but pulled off several strong saves, setting a new season high in UEFA Champions League play. He hasn't kept a clean sheet in six tilts, giving up nine goals and making 21 and four clearances. Galatasaray will face Liverpool or Tottenham in the next round.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Can these UCL squads COMEBACK?

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Victor Osimhen - Starting as expected Osimhen (knee) is on in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Juventus.

Impact Osimhen had trained Tuesday, so it is no surprise to see the forward in action immediately from the opening whistle Wednesday. The club will look to finish the upset on the back of Osimhen, who has six goals and one assist in seven UCL appearances this season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Option to face Juventus Osimhen (knee) is an option for Wednesday's match against Juventus, according to manager Okan Buruk, per Hurriyet.com. "[Victor] went to training with us for the last two days. He...

Impact Osimhen was already training this morning, and it will lead to his return Wednesday, with the Nigerian available for a huge match to keep their season alive im UCL play. He will be inserted into the starting XI immediately, having yet to miss a start in UCL play this campaign when fit. Notching six goals and one assist during that span, he will be a massive asset to keep their lead against Juventus.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Arda Unyay - Won't travel for second leg Unyay (undisclosed) is not on the squad list for Wednesday's match against Juventus.

Impact Unyay will not return for the reverse fixture on Wednesday, with the defender still out due to his injuries. Luckily for the club, this is a minor absence, even if he remains out and they advance, as the defender has only played in one UCL match this season, earning 36 minutes from the bench.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Trains in full Tuesday Osimhen (knee) trained in full Tuesday and should be an option for Wednesday's second leg against Juventus in the Champions League, the club posted.

Impact Osimhen sat out the last matchup against Konyaspor with what was officially labeled a knee issue, though there may have been additional off-field factors in play, but the striker was back in full training Tuesday morning and is trending toward being available for Wednesday's second leg against Juventus in the Champions League. That is a major boost for the lions, as the Nigerian forward has been a locked-in starter up top and they will need their focal point at full strength to punch their ticket to the next round. That said, if Osimhen is eased in and starts on the bench, Mauro Icardi would be next in line to lead the attack.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Misses recent league match Osimhen missed Saturday's 2-0 loss to Konyaspor due to a knee injury and some apparent internal issues with the club, according to Daily Sabah.

Impact Osihmen looks to be in question for Wednesday's massive second leg against Juventus, as the forward has just missed out with a knee injury over the weekend. However, this may not be the only reason for his absence, as multiple sources have reported he is unhappy about not receiving some of his salary, hinting at an internal issue with the club. After only training individually Sunday, some major doubts remain for the forward, unknown if he will be able to play in the second leg. He earned an assist last time out, so this could be a major loss, especially with Mauro Icardi also carrying some issues.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Konyaspor Stuns Galatasaray With a 2-0 Victory on a Memorable Night With goals from Adil Demirbağ in the 75th minute and Blaž Kramer in the 81st, Konyaspor shocked Galatasaray and secured a 2-0 victory that s...

6 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ugurcan Cakir - One save in win Cakir recorded one save and allowed two goals in Tuesday's 5-2 victory against Juventus.

Impact Cakir didn't have much to do during Tuesday's clash, he faced only three shots and stopped one of them. He would have hoped to shut down the match entirely, but he just couldn't pull it off. He will be busy in the second leg as Juventus look to overturn the three-goal deficit, meaning Cakir should face plenty of shots.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Assists in win Osimhen assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 5-2 win over Juventus.

Impact Osimhen only tallied an assist during a five-goal explosion at home against Juventus. He's one of the most lethal strikers in the Champions League, but he couldn't find the back of the net during Tuesday's clash. He still tallied a goal contribution and took three shots, and if Juventus focus on attacking in the second leg Osimhen could be primed to pounce.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sacha Boey - Nets on lone shot Boey scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 5-2 victory against Juventus.

Impact Boey took a single shot during Tuesday's win and made the absolute most of it, netting in a huge win. The defender isn't a consistent offensive threat from full-back, and with how few shots he takes per match, he's not likely to score much. Boey will hope to make the most of a wide-open second leg, as Juventus chase the tie.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Davinson Sanchez - Nets rare goal Sanchez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 5-2 victory over Juventus.

Impact Sanchez took a single shot during Tuesday's win, but he made the most of it, scoring with his only chance. The defender isn't any sort of offensive threat in most matches, but at times he can rise highest, especially from set-pieces. Sanchez isn't likely to be an offensive producer moving forward.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel - Goal, assist in win Sara scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and seven chances created in Tuesday's 5-2 win over Juventus. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 43rd minute.

Impact Sara produced a pair of goal contributions during Tuesday's clash a goal and assist in the huge opening leg win. It's a nice cushion for Gala as they head to Turin for the second leg. If Sara can produce anything like this in the second leg he will get plenty of chances as Juve chase the game.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Noa Lang - Scores brace Lang scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 5-2 win against Juventus.

Impact Lang put together a brilliant showing in the first leg of the Champions League play-off. The winger scored twice and added seven crosses, though he couldn't produce any assists. Still, an excellent showing and the winger rewarded that brilliance throughout the match. Lang will hope to build on this in the knockout stage of the Champions League.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Galatasaray vs. Juventus Champions League MATCH PREVIEW

FEBRUARY 17 • YOUTUBE

Mario Lemina - Suspension served Lemina will be available for the return match of the Champions League knockout clash against Juventus following his ban in the initial leg.

Impact Lemina could regain a starting spot in holding midfield for future contests, although he'll have to contend with Lucas Torreira and Gabriel Sara, both of whom did a good job in the first leg against the Italian club. During his previous six UCL appearances in the 2025/26 season, Lemina provided an assist while averaging 41.5 accurate passes and 4.7 balls recovered per game.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ahmed Kutucu - Out with serious head injury Kutucu is still out due to a head injury, coach Okan Buruk confirmed Friday, per Furkan Celik of Yenicag Gazetesi.

Impact Kutucu could be ruled out for the remaining games of the season after losing consciousness due to a blow the last time he played on Feb. 4. Thus, the forward won't be an option for upcoming Champions League activity, with Baris Yilmaz staying active on the left wing.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Lemina - Set for suspension Lemina will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of three yellow cards in the Champions League.

Impact Lemina accumulated three yellow cards in the Champions League and will be suspended for the first leg clash against Juventus on Tuesday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter in the midfield for the Lions, with Lucas Torreira likely starting in his spot against the Old Lady.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Leroy Sane - Fully fit to play Sane didn't feature for Galatasaray after his late exit against Manchester City in the Champions League but is fit to return after training fully in recent days, coach Okan Buruk s...

Impact Sane picked up an undisclosed issue in the last Champions League showdown against Manchester City and has been sidelined for the Lions ever since. The winger has logged three straight days of full training and is locked in to return for Tuesday's playoffs clash with Juventus. That's a huge boost for Galatasaray as he's a nailed-on starter up top and is expected to slide right back into the starting XI against the Old Lady.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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