Galatasaray's Pre-Season Clash with Strasbourg Kicks Off in Style
The new football season is approaching fast, and Galatasaray is wasting no time getting into gear. Tonight, they faced off against French side RC Strasbourg in a pre-season friendly at RAMS Park—and the action came early! The match kicked off at exactly 21:00 on July 26th, and Galatasaray fans didn’t have to wait long for excitement. Just five minutes in, Sallai found the net and gave the home side a 1-0 lead, electrifying the crowd.
This match is part of Galatasaray's broader preparation strategy as they gear up for another demanding Süper Lig campaign. They've already had a productive pre-season, winning three straight games. First came a 5-2 victory over Ümraniyespor, then a tighter 2-1 win against Admira Wacker, and finally a 3-1 triumph over Italian side Cagliari. So expectations were already high heading into tonight’s match, and it seems like the team is determined to keep the momentum going.
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For those wondering where to catch the action—yes, it’s being broadcast live on S Sport Plus. That’s the only official platform showing the match, and it’s not on any free-to-air channel. So if you’re not subscribed, you might be missing out on some top-tier pre-season football.
In terms of the line-ups, Galatasaray started with Günay Güvenç in goal and fielded names like Abdülkerim Bardakcı, Davinson, and Eren Elmalı in defense. The midfield saw Lucas Torreira and Lemina pulling the strings, while Ahmed Kutucu led the line. A notable highlight? Bayern Munich’s star transfer Leroy Sané was on the bench, possibly being saved for the second half.
Interestingly, several key players were rested for this game—Morata, Cuesta, Icardi, Zaniolo, and Nelsson weren’t included in the squad at all. That shows just how deep Galatasaray’s roster has become, allowing manager Okan Buruk to test different combinations and give minutes to newer faces and rising talents.
The goal of these friendlies isn’t just to win, though the victories certainly help morale. It’s about building chemistry, testing tactics, and integrating new transfers into the system. With matches like these, Galatasaray is clearly setting a tone—they mean business this season.
And just in case you're planning ahead, Galatasaray's next pre-season game is already on the calendar. They’ll be hosting Lazio on August 2nd, so more excitement is right around the corner.
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