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OCTOBER 15 • YOUTUBE

Yamal steals the spotlight with dazzling 'semi-rabona' assist in Barcelona's Champions League win

Anthony Gordon scored Barcelona’s third goal in the team’s Champions League win over Galatasaray on Tuesday, but it was Lamine Yamal being celebrated the most after an eye-catching...

OCTOBER 14 • Associated Press

Rafael Leao - Creates opener on counter Leao assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 4-1 defeat to Barcelona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 64th minute.

Impact Leao supplied one assist and created two chances while delivering one accurate cross across the full 90 minutes in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Barcelona. He sparked Galatasaray's opener by carrying the ball forward down the left on a quick transition before cutting it back for Aleksey Batrakov to finish in the 28th minute. Leao remained Galatasaray's primary outlet on the counter but finished without a shot as Barcelona controlled most of the possession and spent most of the second half in command.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Aleksey Batrakov - Scores opener in defeat Batrakov scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 4-1 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Batrakov scored with his only shot while adding three crosses, one accurate, and one corner across 58 minutes in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Barcelona. He gave Galatasaray the lead in the 28th minute by arriving onto Rafael Leao's cutback and finishing first time, with the attempt taking a deflection on its way past Joan Garcia. Batrakov also delivered the corner that eventually produced a disallowed Galatasaray goal before being replaced shortly before Barcelona scored its fourth.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ugurcan Cakir - Makes six saves despite rout Cakir made six saves and allowed four goals in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Cakir made six saves while allowing four goals during Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Barcelona. He repeatedly kept Galatasaray alive during Barcelona's 22-shot barrage, denying Anthony Gordon several times and also stopping Joao Cancelo and Dani Olmo before the Portuguese finally beat him shortly before halftime. Cakir faced sustained pressure as Barcelona put 11 attempts on target and produced three second-half goals, preventing the margin from becoming even wider with further stops late in the match. Cakir will look to show a better figure in next Wednesday's clash against Lille.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Galatasaray vs. Barcelona: Extended Highlights | UCL League Phase MD 2

OCTOBER 13 • YOUTUBE

GALATASARAY vs. BARCELONA | Champions League MATCH PREVIEW

OCTOBER 13 • YOUTUBE

Lucas Torreira - Limps off Tuesday Torreira was forced off with an apparent injury during the second half of Tuesday's clash with Barcelona.

Impact Torreira picked up a knock and was forced to limp off during the second half of Tuesday's clash. The midfielder did come off without assistance so the hope will certainly be that it's not a serious issue. His next chance for Champions League action is an Oct. 21 trip to Lille.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

No Raphinha, Osimhen Returns: Galatasaray vs. Barcelona MATCH PREVIEW

OCTOBER 12 • YOUTUBE

Wilfried Singo - Ruled out against Barcelona Singo (thigh) will miss Tuesday's Champions League clash against Barcelona after remaining absent from team training, according to coach Okan Buruk, per Sports Digitale. "Our only...

Impact Singo continues to recover from a setback related to a previous muscular injury, with Galatasaray taking a cautious approach to avoid another recurrence. The defender has struggled with fitness issues since the beginning of the season, limiting his opportunities to establish a consistent role in the starting lineup. His absence against Barcelona leaves Davinson Sanchez and Roland Sallai as the primary options at center-back and right-back, respectively. Singo remains without a confirmed return date and will need to resume full team training before being considered for selection.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Gunay Guvenc - Recovered from knee injury Guvenc (knee) has fully recovered from his injury and participated in team training throughout the week, although he was left out of Galatasaray's squad for Friday's clash against...

Impact Guvenc has overcome the knee injury that kept him sidelined since the beginning of the season, with his return to full training confirming he is ready to compete for selection again. The goalkeeper endured a longer-than-expected recovery after initially suffering a setback during his rehabilitation, but he has now resumed normal activities with the squad. However, Jankat Yilmaz has established himself as Galatasaray's second-choice goalkeeper behind Ugurcan Cakir, leaving Guvenc further down the depth chart despite his recovery. As a result, the veteran goalkeeper could struggle to earn a place in the matchday squad unless the hierarchy changes.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Lemina - Scores in return from injury Lemina (groin) scored a goal during Friday's 3-1 Super Lig victory over Kasimpasa after returning from injury, the club posted.

Impact Lemina made an immediate impact upon his return to competitive action, finding the back of the net in Galatasaray's 3-1 win over Kasimpasa after initially starting on the bench. The midfielder had missed the Champions League opener and two subsequent league matches due to a groin injury before completing his rehabilitation and resuming team training. His goalscoring contribution represents an encouraging step toward regaining full match fitness, although his workload could still be managed in the coming fixtures. Lemina will look to build on this performance and challenge Gabriel Sara for a starting role in midfield.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 9 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Victor Osimhen - Starts on bench against Kasimpasa Osimhen (groin) is on the bench for Friday's Super Lig clash against Kasimpasa as Galatasaray continue to manage his workload following his recent injury.

Impact Osimhen remains among the substitutes against Kasimpasa as Galatasaray continue to manage his workload following a groin injury. The Nigerian striker has resumed team training and is gradually working toward regaining his regular starting role. His inclusion on the bench provides Galatasaray with an important attacking option, although his minutes could remain limited as he builds match fitness. His availability is also an encouraging sign ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash against Barcelona, where he could push for a return to the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Roland Sallai - Available after injury absence Sallai (undisclosed) is available off the bench for Friday's Super Lig clash against Kasimpasa after recovering from injury.

Impact Sallai returns to Galatasaray's matchday squad after a spell on the sidelines due to an undisclosed injury. The defender had recently resumed partial team training, and his inclusion among the substitutes marks another positive step in his recovery. Having made four Super Lig appearances this season, scoring once, Sallai remains an important option at right back. He could see limited minutes against Kasimpasa as he works toward regaining full match fitness, with Tuesday's Champions League clash against Barcelona also on the horizon.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Lemina - Returns to bench against Kasimpasa Lemina (groin) is on the bench for Friday's Super Lig clash against Kasimpasa after recovering from injury.

Impact Lemina returns to Galatasaray's matchday squad after missing the Champions League opener and two subsequent league matches due to injury. The midfielder had recently been cleared to resume team training after completing his rehabilitation, and his inclusion on the bench confirms he is ready to return to competitive action. However, he will initially have to settle for a substitute role as he works toward regaining full match fitness. Lemina could challenge Gabriel Sara for a starting spot in midfield once he is ready to handle a larger workload.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Roland Sallai - Making progress in recovery Sallai (undisclosed) has resumed partial team training as he continues his recovery, with doctor Yener Ince providing an encouraging update. "His treatment is going very well, ther...

Impact Sallai appears to be trending in the right direction after spending time on the sidelines, with his involvement in some team sessions marking a positive step toward a return. The defender has made four Super Lig appearances this season, scoring once while establishing himself as a valuable option at right back for Galatasaray. Further examinations should provide a clearer picture of his recovery and potential availability for the upcoming fixtures, including Tuesday's UCL clash against Barcelona.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Trending toward UCL return Osimhen (groin) was spotted participating in team training in recent days and is expected to be available for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Barcelona after playing 33 mi...

Impact Osimhen appears to be closing in on full fitness after gradually ramping up his workload following a groin injury, with his goalscoring cameo against Basaksehir providing an encouraging sign ahead of Tuesday's UCL showdown against the Blaugranas. Galatasaray have taken a cautious approach throughout his recovery, but the striker has now returned to competitive action and should be in contention for a bigger role against Barcelona. If fully cleared, Osimhen should push to reclaim his starting spot ahead of Baris Yilmaz and Deniz Gul, giving Galatasaray a major offensive boost.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Lemina - Recovered from injury Lemina (groin) should be ready to play following an update from Galatasaray's doctor Yener Ince. "His treatment is complete, he is in good condition. He had a pain in his knee. He...

Impact Lemina missed the UEFA Champions League opener and two subsequent league games through injury, but he'll likely reappear for the remaining clashes, serving as a solid midfield asset. In that case, he may be included in the initial lineup in place of Gabriel Sara. Lemina's value usually comes from passes and defensive numbers, while he has provided occasional shooting upside during his time at Galatasaray.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Wilfried Singo - Status uncertain Singo's availability has yet to be decided after club doctor Yener Ince commented "I will say the same for both Singo and Osimhen: We don't want to risk it. We will decide accordin...

Impact Singo has been dealing with a setback from a prior muscular injury, and the team is handling his return to action carefully this time. While he could hope to be available soon, it remains a doubt when he'll bounce back into a starting position, given that he has been limited by injuries since the beginning of the season. He'll eventually offer an option at both center- and right-back, challenging Davinson Sanchez and Roland Sallai (undisclosed), respectively.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Considered day-to-day Osimhen (groin) has resumed partial training while his recovery continues to be assessed on a daily basis, with Galatasaray doctor Yener Ince saying Wednesday that "He participated...

Impact Osimhen is targeting a return to action after the international break, potentially reaching a full recovery in time to face Barcelona in Champions League play. Still, with the medical staff being cautious, there's still some uncertainty over the striker's playing time in the short term. If he continues to make steady progress, he'll likely be favored over Baris Yilmaz and Deniz Gul and should immediately become the team's top offensive threat.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Eren Elmali - Sets up equalizer Elmali supplied the assist for Aral Simsir's equalizer against Italy on Monday.

Impact Elamli redirected Zeki Celik's delivery across goal for Simsir, resulting in the only goal for Turkey. The left-back now has three assists in 28 senior appearances for the national team, with two of them coming in 2026. However, the 26-year-old has seen few chances with Galatasaray as he's only started once in the Super Lig despite featuring six times for the Turkish giants. Likewise, Elamli has managed no goal involvement across 167 minutes in the Turkish top flight.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Wilfried Singo - Suffers small setback Singo (thigh) seemed to be back fit after featuring off the bench against Erzurumspor and Goztepe in the Super Lig but missed the last clash against Trabzonspor as he remained in t...

Impact Singo had missed the Champions League opener against Sporting CP with damage and bleeding in his right biceps femoris, an issue confirmed following an MRI, and his recent bench appearances could have confirmed his recovery was complete. That said, he missed the last clash against Trabzonspor to remain in treatment, meaning he is not yet at full speed. He was a regular starter before the injury and could resume that role once fully back to speed, though his health will continue to be monitored given the recent accumulation of injuries.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Roland Sallai - Hope for return against Kasimpasa Sallai (undisclosed) continues his treatment and there is also hope for his recovery, with a potential return for the match against Kasimpasa on Oct. 9 if his recovery progresses a...

Impact Sallai has made four Super Lig appearances this season, scoring one goal, while continuing to be a valuable contributor at right back for Galatasaray. His health continues to be monitored closely, and his status alongside Victor Osimhen's expected return would give the club a welcome boost heading into the second Champions League clash against Barcelona on Oct. 13.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Osimhen - Set to return against Kasimpasa Osimhen (groin) is set to return to the pitch for the match against Kasimpasa after the international break on Oct. 9, according to Yeni Asir.

Impact Osimhen's recovery from the adductor strain suffered against Basaksehir has progressed well, with recent medical examinations described as encouraging, and he is expected to resume team training soon. He has featured in four matches for Galatasaray this season, scoring six goals with two assists, and this update now removes any doubt about his return timeline after missing matches against Kocaelispor, Trabzonspor and Sporting CP.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

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Yamal steals the spotlight with dazzling 'semi-rabona' assist in Barcelona's Champions League win