Watch Live: Galatasaray vs. Gaziantep FK in Süper Lig Showdown
In an intense duel in the Trendyol Süper Lig, Galatasaray faced Gaziantep FK. This match marked the 18th week of the league. Galatasaray aimed to start the second half of the season without any losses at RAMS Park, backed by their home fans.
Match Details: Galatasaray vs. Gaziantep FK
The match kicked off on January 17, 2024, at 20:00. Fans could enjoy a live broadcast on beIN Sports 1.
Starting Line-ups
- Galatasaray: Uğurcan, Sallai, Sanchez, Abdülkerim, Eren, Lemina, İlkay, Yunus, Sane, Barış Alper, Icardi
- Gaziantep FK: Zafer, Luis Perez, Arda, Mujakic, Melih, Sangare, Ogün, Yusuf, Maxim, Draguş, Bayo
Sanchez Celebrates 100 Matches
Galatasaray honored Colombian defender Davinson Sanchez for reaching 100 matches with the club. The ceremony took place before the match, with club president Dursun Özbek presenting him a plaque and a special jersey bearing the number 100.
Capital Improvements at RAMS Park
Galatasaray made significant upgrades to RAMS Park, including the installation of LED screens within the stadium. These enhancements aim to create a better atmosphere and generate advertising revenue. The North Stand scoreboard has been updated, growing in size to 240 square meters.
Attendance Observations
Despite recent seasons averaging over 45,000 fans per game, the attendance for this match was approximately 35,000. Many seats were left empty, reflecting a decrease in fan turnout.
Burak Yılmaz’s Absence
Gaziantep FK’s head coach Burak Yılmaz was sidelined due to a suspension from the Turkish Football Federation (TFF). His absence followed a red card received during their previous match in the Ziraat Türkiye Kupası.
First Half Highlights
The match featured several key moments:
- 10th Minute: Barış Alper Yılmaz dribbled past three defenders but his teammate Yunus Akgün shot wide from close range.
- 21st Minute: Lemina missed a chance from a corner, the ball narrowly missing its target.
- 24th Minute: Icardi’s header from close range went over the bar.
- 29th Minute: A header by Arda Kızıldağ forced a save from Galatasaray’s goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır.
The first half concluded without any goals, indicating an intense battle still to unfold in the second period.
