29.01.2026 10:40
Galatasaray advanced to the playoff round of the Champions League by qualifying in the top 24 despite losing 2-0 to Manchester City; Mauro Icardi wearing a City jersey after the match became one of the most talked-about moments of the night.
Galatasaray, despite losing 2-0 to Manchester City, completed the group stage of the Champions League in the top 24 and advanced to the playoff round.
GALATASARAY LOST TO MANCHESTER CITY, SECURED PLAYOFF TICKET
In the 8th week of the UEFA Champions League, Galatasaray faced the English representative Manchester City away from home. The yellow-red team left the match with a 2-0 defeat. Despite this result, Galatasaray secured its place in the playoff round by finishing the group stage in the top 24.
POTENTIAL OPPONENTS IN THE PLAYOFF ROUND
After the completion of the group stage, Galatasaray's potential opponents in the playoff round have also become clear. The yellow-reds are expected to face Juventus or Atletico Madrid in this round.
ICARDI'S POST-MATCH ATTENTION-GRABBING MOVE
After the match, Galatasaray player Mauro Icardi wearing a Manchester City jersey drew attention. These moments of Icardi quickly became a topic of discussion, leading to various comments on social media.