Probable Lineups: Epic Matchup as Galatasaray Hosts Liverpool
Galatasaray Set to Face Liverpool in Thrilling Champions League Clash
Champions League Excitement at Rams Park
Galatasaray is gearing up to host Liverpool in a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League encounter. The match is scheduled to take place at Rams Park, kicking off at 22:00 local time. This exciting face-off will be officiated by French referee Clement Turpin.
Galatasaray vs. Liverpool: Starting Lineups Announced
| Galatasaray | Liverpool |
|---|---|
| Uğurcan Çakır | Alisson |
| Singo | Frimpong |
| Sanchez | Konate |
| Abdülkerim Bardakcı | Van Dijk |
| Jakobs | Kerkez |
| Lemina | Szoboszlai |
| Torreira | Gravenberch |
| İlkay Gündoğan | Jones |
| Yunus Akgün | Wirtz |
| Barış Alper Yılmaz | Gakpo |
| Osimhen | Ekitike |
A Look Back at Previous Performances
The yellow-reds had a rocky start to the tournament, suffering a 5-1 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt in their opening match. Meanwhile, Liverpool marked their Champions League journey with a 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid.
Galatasaray’s European Journey
This match marks Galatasaray’s 330th appearance in European competitions. The team is also facing an English club for the 25th time, having recorded five victories, nine draws, and ten losses against teams from England in past encounters.
Historic Encounters Between Galatasaray and Liverpool
Galatasaray and Liverpool have met twice in European tournaments before, with each team securing one win and two matches ending in a draw. The first encounter was during the 2001-2002 Champions League second round group stage, resulting in a 0-0 draw in England and a 1-1 tie in Istanbul.
Memorable Matches in Champions League History
Their second clash occurred in the 2006-2007 season, also in the Champions League, where both group stage games ended 3-2, with each team winning their respective home game.
Return to Home Turf
Galatasaray will be returning to the Champions League stage in front of their home crowd after 671 days. Okan Buruk’s squad last played on home ground in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Manchester United on November 29, 2023. This match offers a chance for redemption and showcases Galatasaray’s continued ambition in the prestigious tournament.
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