UEFA Champions League 2025/26: Galatasaray vs Liverpool Preview, Prediction, TV channels & Predicted Lineup
The Champions League knockout stages return to the "Hell" of Istanbul as Galatasaray host Liverpool in a high-stakes Round of 16 first leg, with the hosts looking to repeat their shock September victory.
Match Facts
Galatasaray have suffered only two defeats in their last 46 home matches across all competitions at RAMS Park, a run that includes a 1-0 win over Liverpool earlier this season.
Victor Osimhen enters the clash with seven Champions League goals this term; one more would set a new record for the most goals by a player from a Turkish club in a single UCL campaign.
With Alisson Becker ruled out due to a late training injury, Giorgi Mamardashvili starts in goal—coincidentally, the same keeper who was in net during Liverpool’s loss at this stadium in the group stage.
A remarkable seven Galatasaray players, including key figures like Davinson Sánchez and Victor Osimhen, are one booking away from missing the return leg at Anfield.
Predicted Lineup
Galatasaray: Cakir; Sallai, Sanchez, Bardakci, Jakobs; Torreira, Lemina; Yilmaz, Akgun, Lang; Osimhen
Liverpool: Alisson; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Ekitike
Prediction of AI
Arne Slot’s Liverpool have been clinical on the road in Europe, yet the atmosphere at RAMS Park remains one of the most difficult hurdles in world football. While Liverpool possess the tactical edge and superior bench depth, their recent defensive instability—conceding against Wolves in both recent domestic fixtures-will be tested by the physical presence of Osimhen. Expect a fiercely contested draw that keeps the tie wide open for the second leg.
Predicted Score: Galatasaray 1–1 Liverpool
Kick Off Time?
Competition: UEFA Champions League (Round of 16, 1st Leg)
Kick-off (GMT): 17:45, Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Stadium: RAMS Park, Istanbul, Türkiye
How to Watch Galatasaray vs Liverpool in the UK and US?
United Kingdom: The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with streaming available via discovery+.
United States: Viewers can watch the game on Paramount+ (English) and ViX (Spanish). Additional coverage may be found on CBS Sports Network.
TV Channel and Live Stream: You can also follow Xscore808 live updates for other countries.
