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Galatasaray's Batrakov surprise vs. Gençlerbirliği
17 Oct
Summary
- Galatasaray leader visits Gençlerbirliği in 8th week Süper Lig match.
- Okan Buruk includes Aleksey Batrakov in Galatasaray's starting lineup.
- Galatasaray aims to maintain league lead despite three player absences.
Galatasaray, leading the Süper Lig, visits Gençlerbirliği in the league's 8th week. The match, scheduled for 16:00, sees Galatasaray's coach Okan Buruk notably starting Aleksey Batrakov in midfield. The team will also feature Leroy Sane, Barış Alper Yılmaz, and Victor Osimhen in their attack.
Galatasaray is currently at the summit of the league table with 16 points from seven matches. Despite a recent UEFA Champions League loss, they are eager to secure three points against Gençlerbirliği to solidify their first-place standing. The team, however, must contend with the absence of three players: Lucas Torreira and Lesley Ugochukwu are suspended due to red cards, and Wilfried Singo is sidelined with an injury.
Meanwhile, Gençlerbirliği sits in 13th place with 8 points and is looking to break a five-match winless streak. Under new coach Bernd Storck, the team hopes to achieve a turnaround in form by defeating the league leaders.
