- Context: After a thrilling 3–2 win over Atlético Madrid, Liverpool travel to Istanbul to face Galatasaray in their first away fixture of the group stage. The Turkish champions began their campaign with a resounding 4‑0 victory and boast one of Europe’s most hostile atmospheres.
- Team news: Arne Slot may rotate his squad. Alexander Isak is pushing for a start after recent cameos, while Jeremie Frimpong remains suspended for European games. Curtis Jones and others are still sidelined, but Hugo Ekitiké should lead the line.
- Prediction & tactics: Expect an open contest. Galatasaray’s fluid attacking play will test Liverpool’s high defensive line, but the Reds’ pressing and quality in transition should prevail. Prediction: a narrow 2–1 win for Liverpool.
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