27.01.2026 11:01
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola made a call to the fans ahead of the UEFA Champions League match against Galatasaray. Stating that there are serious absences in the team due to injuries and suspensions, Guardiola emphasized the great importance of fan support. He noted that the stands would be decisive against Galatasaray and asked for support from the fans.
In the last week of the UEFA Champions League group stage, Manchester City, who will host Galatasaray, had statements from head coach Pep Guardiola before the match. The experienced coach emphasized that the support of the fans is crucial for the goal of reaching the top 8.
"WE NEED OUR FANS"
Guardiola stated that there are serious deficiencies in the squad due to injuries and suspensions, expressing that the stands will be decisive against Galatasaray. Guardiola said,
"We need our fans. Marc Guehi, Antoine Semenyo, and Rodri will not be able to play. Nico, Savinho, and John Stones will not be ready. We have a long list of absentees, but I hope our fans can encourage us."
ABSENCES ARE STRIKING
Rodri is suspended due to a red card received in the Bodo/Glimt match, while Josko Gvardiol has ended his season due to an injury sustained in the Chelsea match. Ruben Dias, Oscar Bobb, and Mateo Kovacic are expected to return to the team in February.
HAALAND AND BERNARDO SILVA MAY TAKE THE FIELD
Erling Haaland, who was rested in the Wolverhampton match, is expected to play against Galatasaray, while Bernardo Silva, who could not play in the Bodo/Glimt match due to suspension, is also among the candidates for the starting eleven.
POINTS TABLE
Before the last week of the Champions League, Manchester City is in 11th place with 13 points, while Galatasaray is in 17th place with 10 points.