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Giorgio Chiellini spoke for Juventus after their Champions League exit to Galatasaray, praising the team's fight despite going down to 10 men when Lloyd Kelly received a red card via VAR. Juve forced extra time but ultimately conceded late goals and were eliminated; Chiellini called it a starting point to rediscover Juventus's spark and urged faith in the players and coach for the remaining fixtures.
Juventus rallied to win the second leg 3-2 after going down to 10 men, but a 5-2 first-leg deficit left them with a 7-5 aggregate loss and out of the Champions League; the night highlighted moments from players like McKennie, Locatelli, and Gatti, plenty of missed chances, and ongoing questions about Juventus’s depth and decision-making in Europe.
In the Champions League knockout playoff against Galatasaray, Lloyd Kelly’s second yellow for a Baris Yilmaz challenge was reviewed by VAR and upgraded to a straight red, a move many pundits called harsh and confusing since yellow cards aren’t normally reviewed. Juve, reduced to 10 men, still rallied to level the tie at 5-5 before Galatasaray won 7-5 on aggregate after extra time, with Kelly’s suspension carrying into next season.
Galatasaray defeated Liverpool in a challenging Champions League match, with Victor Osimhen scoring the decisive penalty and Liverpool struggling defensively and tactically, leading to concerns for Klopp's team.
Liverpool's Hugo Ekitike suffered a leg injury during a Champions League match against Galatasaray, limiting him to just five minutes on the pitch before he was replaced. The injury is uncertain in severity, and his availability for upcoming matches, including a Premier League game against Chelsea, remains to be seen.
Liverpool suffered a 1-0 defeat to Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League, with Victor Osimhen scoring the decisive penalty after a controversial call, as Liverpool's struggles continued with injuries and tactical changes.
Manchester City has approached PSG to transfer Gianluigi Donnarumma, with negotiations influenced by the potential sale of their current goalkeeper Ederson, who is also targeted by Galatasaray. The deal hinges on City offloading Ederson, as PSG's asking price for Donnarumma is around €50 million.
Leroy Sané has signed a three-year deal with Galatasaray and will not participate in the Club World Cup with Bayern Munich, as he prepares to leave Bayern for the Turkish club, which is also trying to prevent him from traveling to the US for the tournament.
Leroy Sané is close to transferring from Bayern Munich to Galatasaray after reaching a verbal agreement, with negotiations ongoing in Istanbul, marking a surprising move for the player.
Tottenham Hotspur suffered a 3-2 defeat against Galatasaray in the Europa League, with manager Ange Postecoglou making seven changes to his lineup ahead of a crucial Premier League match. Despite a spirited second-half performance with 10 men, Spurs were undone by poor passing and defensive errors, allowing Victor Osimhen to score twice for the hosts. Youngsters Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, and Will Lankshear were given significant game time, with Lankshear scoring his first goal for the club before being sent off. The match highlighted Tottenham's need for leadership and consistency, as well as the potential of their young talents.
Galatasaray defeated Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 in a Europa League group stage match in Istanbul. Despite fielding a rotated squad, Tottenham managed to level the score through William Lankshear's first senior goal, but Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen scored twice, leading to a 3-1 halftime advantage. Tottenham's Dominic Solanke reduced the deficit to 3-2, but the team couldn't equalize, especially after Lankshear was sent off. The match provided valuable experience for Tottenham's young players, and despite the loss, the team remains in a strong position in the group.
Tottenham Hotspur is set to face Galatasaray in the Europa League, with Spurs having won their first three fixtures and leading their group. Despite their strong form, manager Ange Postecoglou may opt to rest key players for the long trip to Istanbul, as Tottenham has a cushion in the standings. Galatasaray, ranked similarly to mid-table Premier League teams, poses a legitimate challenge, especially with Spurs' defensive injuries. The match is part of a busy schedule for Tottenham, who have struggled to keep clean sheets recently.
The Turkish Super Cup final between Istanbul rivals Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, set to be played in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was canceled due to a dispute over the teams' desire to wear T-shirts featuring Mustafa Kemal Ataturk's image during pre-match warm-ups, which Saudi organizers did not authorize. The Turkish Football Federation and the clubs cited "some problems" in the event's organization for the postponement, with no new date or location announced yet. The incident adds to recent controversies in Turkish football and comes amid a broader warming of relations between Turkey and Saudi Arabia.
The Champions League match between Galatasaray and Manchester United in Istanbul was a chaotic and exhilarating spectacle, showcasing the beauty of imperfections in football. The game was filled with unexpected moments, stunning goals, and a sense of untrammelled rhythm. Meanwhile, seven teams bid farewell to the Champions League, including Antwerp, Red Star Belgrade, Young Boys, Celtic, Feyenoord, Sevilla, and Braga. Manchester City's defense was exposed by RB Leipzig's Lois Openda, who scored twice in their match. Mario Hermoso's goal for Atletico Madrid against Feyenoord was the goal of the gameweek, while Inter Milan's draw with Benfica was an unlikely thriller.
Galatasaray and Manchester United played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in their Champions League Group A match. United twice squandered a two-goal lead, with goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes giving them the advantage. However, Galatasaray fought back with goals from Hakim Ziyech and Kerem Akturkoglu. The result leaves United's hopes of advancing to the knockout stages hanging by a thread, as they need other results to go their way in order to progress.