22.01.2026 12:21
Ridvan Dilmen stated that Galatasaray's chances of reaching the top 8 in the Champions League are almost gone after the Atletico Madrid match, while praising the fight and suggesting a right-back transfer.
After the match where Galatasaray drew 1-1 with Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, famous football commentator Rıdvan Dilmen made striking statements regarding the yellow-red team's goal of being in the top 8.
"THE CHANCE FOR THE TOP 8 IS ALMOST GONE"
Evaluating the match on Sports Digitale screens, Rıdvan Dilmen used the following expressions regarding Galatasaray's Champions League goals:
"This match was definitely one that could be marked as a 1. Galatasaray's chance for the top 8 is almost gone. The first goal was to be in the top 8, the second goal was to be in the top 16. It seems they have guaranteed the top 24. Galatasaray has the capacity to be 10th, 11th, 12th, or 13th. However, fatigue in the team is noticeable."
PRAISE FROM DILMEN TO GALATASARAY
Despite all the negativity, Rıdvan Dilmen congratulated the Galatasaray players. The experienced commentator said, "Galatasaray should be congratulated despite all this negativity. The coach, players, and fans stood by the team." Touching on the goalkeeper issue, Dilmen emphasized that the period after Muslera is a question mark and highlighted the importance of goalkeepers with strong reflexes in modern football.
"TRANSFER TO RIGHT BACK IS NECESSARY"
Speaking about Galatasaray's transfer planning, Dilmen stated that reinforcement should be made to the right side of the defense rather than the front line. "If I were a Galatasaray fan, I would make a transfer to the right back, not the front line. There is an intense schedule in the cup and league, and at least two more matches will be played in the Champions League. There is a need for rotation," he expressed.
EMPHASIS ON LEMINA AND MIDFIELD EVALUATION
The experienced commentator noted that the best player of the match was Mario Lemina, stating, "Lemina showed great dominance on the field. If the Onyedika transfer happens, there will be a chance to rest Torreira."
DILMEN DREW ATTENTION TO THE RAMS PARK ATMOSPHERE
Rıdvan Dilmen emphasized the support of the fans at RAMS Park, expressing that with the right transfers and rotation moves, Galatasaray could continue on its path more strongly.