18.02.2026 10:34
Galatasaray's historic victory over Juventus, where they won 5-2, resonated widely in the European press. Headlines such as "Historic disgrace," "Juventus humiliated," and "Nightmare" were published, while the comment regarding Barış Alper Yılmaz for 50 million Euros drew attention.
Galatasaray achieved a historic victory by defeating the Italian giant Juventus 5-2 at RAMS Park in the first match of the Champions League Round of 16 Play-Offs. The yellow-reds gained a significant advantage before the return match to be played away on February 25, while the European press highlighted the match in their headlines.
Galatasaray's goals were scored by Gabriel Sara in the 15th minute, Noa Lang in the 49th and 75th minutes, Davinson Sanchez in the 60th minute, and Sacha Boey in the 86th minute. After Cabal received a red card, the game completely shifted to the control of the yellow-reds.
KICKER: THE TURKS NEVER STOPPED
The German Kicker interpreted Gabriel Sara's goal as the beginning of a storm in the second half. The report stated, "The Turks never stopped from this point on and rendered the record champions of Serie A ineffective."
GAZZETTA: A HISTORIC DISGRACE
La Gazzetta dello Sport described the match as "a historic disgrace." It was noted that Juventus's big players disappointed, while Osimhen's performance reignited discussions regarding the transfer period.
The newspaper also wrote that Galatasaray tried to intimidate Juventus at the beginning of the match, putting pressure on the Italian team with the atmosphere in the stands and Osimhen's determination.
"JUVENTUS HUMILIATED"
Comments in the Italian press indicated that the side that did not return to the field in the second half was Juventus. It was expressed that Okan Buruk's team dominated the game, with Lang's two goals and Sanchez's header sealing the victory, while Boey's goal effectively "humiliated" Juventus.
SKY SPORTS: A NIGHTMARE FOR JUVE
Sky Sports wrote that the night turned into a nightmare for Juventus and stated that a miracle was needed in Turin for the return match.
CORRIERE DELLO SPORT:
"With Lang's two goals, Juve was shattered. A disastrous defeat in Turkey."
TUTTO MERCATO:
"Istanbul continues to be a tough city for Juventus. Now a miracle is needed."
THE GUARDIAN:
"Galatasaray crushed Juventus. They dominated their opponent, who was left with 10 men."
AS:
"Juventus is a complete disaster. The fire of Rams Park burned the Turin giant."
L'EQUIPE:
"Galatasaray took a strong step towards the Round of 16."
PUNCH:
"Osimhen was decisive in a dramatic night with his intelligence and pressure."
COMMENT ON BARIŞ ALPER FOR 50 MILLION EUROS
Comments from Italian fans on social media also drew attention. An Italian football fan stated, "You can sell Barış Alper for at least 50 million Euros," while noting that Noa Lang added depth to the team and made a difference at the Champions League level. With this historic victory, Galatasaray sent a message to Europe, while all eyes are now on the return match in Italy.