Galatasaray Eyes Victory Over Konyaspor After Champions League Defeat

ISTANBUL, Turkey — Galatasaray is set to host Konyaspor on Monday aiming to bounce back from a disappointing 5-1 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League. The match, part of the Turkish Super Lig, kicks off at 6 p.m. UK time.

Despite their recent setback, Galatasaray has shined in the league, winning all five matches this season and leading the table with 15 goals scored and just one conceded. Last Saturday, they secured a 2-0 victory against Eyupspor, maintaining their perfect record in domestic play.

Coach Okan Buruk‘s side has history on their side, remaining unbeaten in their last six encounters with Konyaspor, which includes five wins and one draw. However, they are wary of complacency, recalling last season’s narrow 1-0 win in this fixture that highlighted the need for focus.

Konyaspor arrives at Rams Park looking to revive their form after a strong start to the season that has recently stalled. The Anatolian Eagles won their first two matches but have since drawn and lost, leaving them in eighth place in the league.

Still, Konyaspor’s two road matches this season have resulted in one win and one draw, providing confidence. They aim to replicate their last visit to the stadium, where they held Galatasaray to a goalless draw.

In terms of squad news, Galatasaray is expected to start first-choice goalkeeper and recent signing, while Konyaspor reports no injury concerns and plans to stick with a firm 4-1-4-1 formation.

With Galatasaray’s strong domestic form, they are favored to win, but Konyaspor will aim to exploit any weaknesses and claim vital points.