Comment from Manchester City about Galatasaray: We are lucky.

Comment from Manchester City about Galatasaray: We are lucky.

28.08.2025 21:10

Manchester City’s Sporting Director Hugo Viana spoke about the match against Galatasaray in the Champions League. In his statement, Viana said, "Galatasaray has amazing fans. We are lucky to be playing at home. It would have been difficult. The atmosphere in Istanbul is a challenging one because..."

Manchester City Sporting Director Hugo Viana made statements following the Champions League draw.

''WE ARE LUCKY''

Evaluating their matchup with Galatasaray, Viana said, "Galatasaray has a wonderful fan base. We are lucky to be playing at home. It would have been difficult. The atmosphere in Istanbul is a challenging one because... I know Galatasaray very well. It will be a beautiful match. Good luck."

ZANETTI: GALATASARAY IS A VERY BIG CLUB

Javier Zanetti, the legendary player of Inter and currently an executive, commented on Galatasaray, saying, "Galatasaray deserves this Champions League, it is a very big club. I think it drew a balanced lot."

THE MATCH IN ENGLAND

Galatasaray will face Manchester City away in the UEFA Champions League.

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