Victor Osimhen, who dazzled fans with a stunning backflip goal worthy of the FIFA Puskas Award over the weekend, is set to take the field this evening as Galatasaray hosts Swedish club Elfsborg at Rams Park.
This matchup marks the third game in Galatasaray’s Europa League campaign, where the Turkish Super Lig leaders aim to build on their current eighth place with four points in the group stage. Elfsborg, sitting in 16th place with three points after two matches, is looking to secure a position in the round of 16 playoffs.
In previous outings, Galatasaray drew 2-2 with RFS on October 3, a game they couldn’t clinch despite leading 2-0 within the first 38 minutes. They had, however, triumphed over PAOK 3-1 in their opening Europa League match on September 25, showcasing their dominance with 25 shots and nine significant chances, compared to PAOK’s seven shots and two big chances.
Manager Okan Buruk has every reason to be optimistic about his team’s performance in the Super Lig this season, as they hold a five-point lead over second-placed Besiktas after just nine league matches, while the Black and Whites have played only eight.
Buruk’s squad has excelled recently, winning seven and drawing two of their last nine competitive games. Overall, they have lost only three times in 14 matches this season—twice in Champions League qualifiers and once in the Turkcell Super Cup final against Besiktas on August 3.
Galatasaray also enjoys a formidable home advantage, having secured victories in four of their last five matches at Rams Park. They boast an impressive record in the Europa League at home, with six wins, two draws, and just one loss in their last nine fixtures.
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