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Galatasaray Stun Juventus in Champions League Thriller

Galatasaray produce a stunning comeback to defeat Juventus 5-2 in a thrilling Champions League clash.

Oddly EditorTuesday, February 17, 2026570 views
In a remarkable Champions League encounter, Galatasaray staged a stunning comeback to defeat Juventus 5-2 at their home ground. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with the lead changing hands multiple times before the Turkish giants ultimately emerged victorious.

Juventus, currently 13th in the league table with 13 points, took an early lead through Teun Koopmeiners' brace in the 16th and 32nd minutes. However, Galatasaray, who sit 20th in the standings with 10 points, refused to be deterred. Gabriel Sara opened the scoring for the home side in the 15th minute, and Noa Lang equalized in the 49th minute to make it 2-2. Davinson Sánchez then put Galatasaray ahead in the 60th minute, and Lang and Sacha Boey added further goals in the 74th and 86th minutes, respectively, to seal a comprehensive 5-2 victory for the Turkish club. This result is a significant blow to Juventus' Champions League aspirations, while it provides a much-needed boost for Galatasaray's campaign.",

Prior to this match, both teams had been struggling with their recent form. Juventus had managed only 3 wins, 4 draws, and 1 loss in their first 8 league matches, while Galatasaray had recorded 3 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses. The unexpected result at the Türk Telekom Stadium has turned the tide for Galatasaray, who have now moved within 3 points of their more illustrious opponents in the league table. This victory will undoubtedly boost the confidence of the Galatasaray squad, who have shown their ability to overcome a deficit and secure a memorable win against a team of Juventus' caliber. For Juventus, the loss is a setback in their pursuit of a top-half finish, and they will need to regroup quickly to regain their footing in the league and the Champions League.

Team form & fixtures

Recent results and next 3 fixtures for each team

Final Score

Galatasaray
5 - 2
Juventus

Match Statistics

62% Possession 38%
5 Corners 5
1 Yellow Cards 3

Match Details

Competition
Champions League
Date
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Venue
RAMS Park

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