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Galatasaray vs Barcelona: Champions League preview, predictions, team news and TV info

Barcelona travel to Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday 13 October, so check out our preview, predictions, team news and TV info.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 4:50 PM
Galatasaray vs Barcelona: Champions League preview, predictions, team news and TV info
Key Things to Know
  • Barcelona travel to face Galatasaray in a UEFA Champions League league phase clash on Tuesday.
  • Barcelona opened their European campaign by defeating Feyenoord 5-1, whereas Galatasaray lost 3-1 to Sporting CP.
  • Barcelona winger Raphinha will miss the trip to Istanbul because of a minor right thigh injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Barcelona will face Galatasaray away at the Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in matchday two of the UEFA Champions League league phase. Hansi Flick's Barcelona side enter the match following a 5-1 win over Feyenoord in their European opener, while Okan Buruk's Galatasaray side seek their first points after a 3-1 defeat to Sporting CP.

Barcelona will travel without Raphinha, who is sidelined with a thigh issue, though goalkeeper Joan Garcia returned to action against Getafe. Galatasaray are expected to recall key figures including Ilkay Gundogan, Leroy Sane, and Victor Osimhen, with the author predicting a 3-1 victory for Barcelona.

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