Galatasaray Fields Icardi and Osimhen for Eyüpspor Challenge

Morgan Winslow

Published: February 13, 2026 2:14 PM ET

Galatasaray Fields Icardi and Osimhen for Eyüpspor Challenge

In an exciting clash of talent, Galatasaray is set to field both Mauro Icardi and Victor Osimhen in their match against Eyüpspor. This encounter takes place on February 13 in the Süper Lig, kicking off at 12:00 p.m. ET at Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex RAMS Park in Istanbul.

Match Overview

As Galatasaray aims to extend their lead at the top of the league, they bring momentum from recent successes. They have achieved back-to-back clean sheets and currently lead the league in goals scored. Icardi and Osimhen’s on-field pairing marks a statement of intent from the club as they prepare for upcoming Champions League fixtures.

Team Lineups

Galatasaray Starting XI: Uğurcan; Boey, Davinson Sánchez, Abdülkerim Bardakcı, Eren; İlkay Gündoğan, Mario Lemina; Yunus Akgün, Christoph Lang; Mauro Icardi, Victor Osimhen.
Eyüpspor Starting XI: Jankat; Talha Ülvan, Jérôme Onguéné, Bedirhan, Umut Meraş; Jakub Łęgowski; Emre Akbaba, Baran Ali Gezek; Lenny Pintor, Angel Torres; Umut Bozok.

Eyüpspor, meanwhile, will miss forward Ahmed Kutucu, who is sidelined due to concussion protocols. The team has demonstrated adaptability and resilience, utilizing set-pieces and quick transitions to create scoring opportunities in past matches.

Coaching Insights

Galatasaray’s coach, Okan Buruk, has emphasized the importance of focus and performance against Eyüpspor. He acknowledged the challenges posed by rotation during a crowded fixture schedule. Leroy Sané recently completed his first full training session but will not participate in this match.

Match Stakes and Implications

For Galatasaray, the goal is to maintain their high performance as they head into a critical phase of both domestic league and European competitions. With a notable total of 50 goals scored this season, the partnership of Icardi and Osimhen is expected to be pivotal in their quest for three points.

Eyüpspor faces a substantial challenge, needing to control the game’s tempo while capitalizing on counter-attacking opportunities. The match promises to be a high-stakes encounter, impacting the title race dynamics as the season progresses.