Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(53) 40 Goals 14 (29)
(41) 30 Assists 21 (25)
(6.7) 7.1 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.4)
28.3 Average Age 28.8
180.3 Average Height (cm) 182
(1.3) 1.5 Shots pg 0.7 (0.7)
(53%) 55% Aerial Duel Success 53% (52%)
(0.6) 0.7 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.4)
(1.2) 1.1 Tackles pg 1 (1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Super Lig.

Missing Players

Galatasaray
Konyaspor
Player Reason Status Rating
Mauro Icardi Out 7.2
Fernando Muslera Out 6.72
Player Reason Status Rating
Emmanuel Boateng Out 5.95

Team News

Galatasaray
Konyaspor
  • Mauro Icardi has suffered a cruciate ligament tear and will not be available until the next season.
  • Fernando Muslera was booed by home fans as he left the pitch after the midweek Europa League tie against Dinamo Kiev. The Uruguayan, who has been a shadow of his former self this season, made a gesture to manager Okan Buruk that many interpreted as indicating he was done at the club. Buruk might go with Günay Güvenç here if his captain is not feeling up to it.
  • Emmanuel Boateng, who wasn't expected to start here, is manager Recep Ucar's only injury concern.

Prediction

  • Galatasaray was held to a surprising 1-1 draw by Hatay last time out. They created a plethora of chances but were wasteful in front of goal - a usual occurrence since the injury to Icardi. Then they were kept to a 3-3 draw by Dinamo Kiev, which truly infuriated the fans. Points dropped here will add fuel to the fire so Buruk will need to be extremely cautious not to expose his defence.
  • Konyaspor shared points with Kasimpasa in a 3-3 draw last time out. This was an immensely entertaining game and the result was fair. Ucar will be wary of Gala's desire to record a victory that will make the fans forget last week. Expect him to park the bus and try to infuriate Galatasaray's attacking lineup, very likely to no avail.
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