Malmo vs Galatasaray: UEFA Europa League Matchday 6 Preview and Broadcast Details

Malmö FF and Galatasaray are set to clash in a crucial UEFA Europa League Matchday 6 encounter on Thursday, December 12, 2024. The match, scheduled to kick off at 12:45 PM ET (17:45 UTC), will be played at the Eleda Stadion in Malmö, Sweden.

Galatasaray, currently sitting on 11 points, aims to secure their spot in the top eight and direct qualification to the round of 16. The Turkish team has been in impressive form, unbeaten in their last 17 matches across all competitions and boasting the joint-best scoring record in the Europa League with 13 goals in five matches.

In contrast, Malmö FF faces a do-or-die situation with only three points from one win and four losses. The Swedish champions have struggled to replicate their domestic success on the European stage, having lost their last five Europa League home games without scoring. This match is critical for Malmö to keep their slim qualification hopes alive.

The match will be influenced by significant injury challenges for both teams. Galatasaray will be without Mauro Icardi and Baris Alper Yilmaz, while Malmö FF will miss Pontus Jansson and Sead Haksabanovic. Galatasaray’s probable lineup includes Muslera, Sanchez, Baltaci, Bardakci, and key players like Yunus Akgun, Michy Batshuayi, and Lucas Torreira. Malmö FF is expected to rely on Erik Botheim, Isaac Kiese Thelin, and Anders Christiansen.

The match will be broadcast live in the USA on various platforms, including Fubo, Paramount+, TUDN, DirecTV Stream, and ViX. Fans can also follow the match through live streaming options available through these services.

English referee John Brooks will officiate the game, assisted by Simon Bennett and Daniel Robathan, with Darren Bond as the fourth official. The weather is expected to be around 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius), a stark contrast to Galatasaray’s typical conditions in Istanbul.

Given the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, this match promises to be a fascinating contest. Galatasaray’s attacking prowess and consistency make them the favorites, but Malmö’s home advantage and determination to finish strong could make the match competitive.