Galatasaray Advances, Faces PSG in Champions League Quarterfinals

Galatasaray has secured its place in the Champions League quarterfinals after overcoming Liverpool, setting up a highly anticipated clash against Paris Saint-Germain. The Turkish side’s progression marks a significant moment for the club and its fans.

First Leg: Galatasaray 1-0 Liverpool

The first leg, played on March 10, 2026, saw Galatasaray defeat Liverpool 1-0 at Rams Park in Istanbul. Mario Lemina scored the decisive goal in the 7th minute, capitalizing on a corner kick ESPN. Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged a “sloppy display” from his team, marking his 100th match in charge with a defeat.

Second Leg: Liverpool vs. Galatasaray

The second leg took place on March 18, 2026, at Anfield. While details of the match are still emerging, Sofascore confirms the aggregate score stands at 1-0 in favor of Galatasaray.

Key Moments and Controversies

The first leg was marked by VAR intervention and contentious decisions. A potential equalizer from Ibrahima Konaté was ruled out for a handball after a VAR review ESPN. Liverpool also saw goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili make crucial saves in place of the injured Alisson Becker.

Champions League Quarterfinal Matchup

Galatasaray’s victory sets up a quarterfinal tie against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Real Madrid, Sporting and Arsenal have also advanced to the quarterfinals UEFA.com.

Looking Ahead

Galatasaray will undoubtedly face a formidable challenge against PSG. The quarterfinal matches promise exciting football as the competition intensifies. The Turkish side will aim to continue their impressive run and make a deep impact in the Champions League.