Brazilian defender Marcao gave the Turkish side the lead in the 28th minute with a diving header from a corner. Pedri scored the equaliser for Barcelona ...
Pierre Emerick Aubameyang headed against the post before the break and the former Arsenal striker put Barca ahead three minutes into the second half with a close-range header after two magnificent stops by Galatasaray goalkeeper Inaki Pena who is on loan from the Spanish club. Pedri scored the equaliser for Barcelona with a fine individual goal, receiving a pass from Ferran Torres and leaving two defenders on the floor with great skill before tucking home from close range. Brazilian defender Marcao gave the Turkish side the lead in the 28th minute with a diving header from a corner.
Get a report of the Galatasaray vs. Barcelona 2021-22 UEFA Europa League, Round of 16 football match.
Barca ran down the clock as Galatasaray pushed for an equaliser, infuriating the home crowd who started throwing bottles and plastic cups onto the field. The Catalans came into the round of 16 second leg level on aggregate after a 0-0 draw in the first leg at the Camp Nou on March 10, before sealing passage with the win in Istanbul. Barcelona came from a goal down to beat Galatasaray 2-1 at the NEF Stadyumu to advance to the quarterfinals of the Europa League on Thursday.
Barcelona travels to Galatasaray in the UEFA Europa League as the pair fight for a place in the quarterfinals.
Goalkeeper Fernando Muslera will also sit out the match due to a long-term knee injury. On the other hand, Xavi's men approach the clash in a fine run of form as they are unbeaten in their last 10 games in all competitions. Gerard Pique looks almost certain to miss out after being taken off in their 4-0 win over Osasuna last Sunday. It will also be streamed in English on the USA on CBS streaming platform Paramount+. Nevertheless, in what will be a cauldron of footballing atmosphere, Barcelona will go into the game as favorites and will be expected to qualify for the next round. Barcelona travels to face Galatasaray in the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 on Thursday, with the score tied going into the second and decisive leg after a goalless draw in the first leg at the Camp Nou last week.
Xavi's men rallied from a goal down to make the last eight as Sergino Dest exited the game with an injury.
In attack, they will play the counter, hoping to catch Barca off guard if they get forward heavy in numbers. Dani Alves is not eligible to play in the competition, which means we will likely see American Sergino Dest from the beginning. They'll have to be locked in during the second half to hold off Barcelona for much longer. The Turkish club will defend very deep in their own half, aiming to keep everything in front of them. But now that Barcelona are behind 1-0 in one of the toughest away environments in Europe, pulling out victory will be easier said than done. In the end, this was a deserved result for Barca, but it may have come at a cost to both the club and the United States men's national team. Gomis is sent through, but Jordi Alba makes a strong block on Gomis' shot in the box. Feels like there is another goal in this, either for the hosts or potentially Barca on the counter... Right back Sergino Dest, who was set to play a big part in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, picked up what looked like a muscular injury in the second half and could not continue. It was Brazilian defender Marcao who headed home on a corner kick for the narrow advantage and temporary lead in the tie 28 minutes. An encouraging start for the hosts saw Galatasaray take a 1-0 lead just 28 minutes in as they controlled the tempo with a ferocious crowd supporting them. After a scoreless draw in the first leg, Barca advanced on aggregate, 2-1, stretching the team's unbeaten streak to 11 games and keeping their silverware aspirations alive.
WELCOME TO NEF STADYUMU!!! The amazing home of Galatasaray in the Turkish capital is the site of a huge Europa League Round of 16 second leg between the ...
This is a Barcelona community and we don’t need to offend one another. Those who do it will be warned, and those who post links will be instantly banned. WELCOME TO NEF STADYUMU!!! The amazing home of Galatasaray in the Turkish capital is the site of a huge Europa League Round of 16 second leg between the hosts and Barcelona, as the two teams battle for a place in the quarterfinals.
Date and Time: 17th March 2022, 6:45 PM CET Venue: Nef Stadyumu Competition: UEFA Europa League Referee: Daniele Orsato ...
The forwards are once again high on confidence, and the difference will show on Thursday. It is important to note that Pena’s error directly led to Bestiktas’ goal at the weekend. He also had three high claims and two punches, making him one of the best on the field. The central striker on the night will be Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as he seeks his redemption after a poor first-leg display. There is little doubt that Barcelona head into the clash on Thursday as favourites. To ensure qualification, Busquets’ presence on the field is a must. Now, all Galatasaray need is to beat Barcelona with the crowd support on their side. The recent links with Noussair Mazroui put his future in danger and the USMNT star will be determined to prove his worth. The La Masia graduate was part of the reason why Galatasaray got away with a draw in the first leg. Kerem Akturkoglu and Ryan Babel are expected to start at the left and right wing respectively with Sofiane Feghouli taking duties centrally. The Turkish side visited Barcelona last week and gave them a run for their money. Xavi’s men have been under constant pressure from Atletico Madrid and Sevilla in the league in a situation where even a single slip up could have drastic repercussions.