Juventus and Galatasaray are set to face off again in a critical Champions League matchup. The Italian side needs to overturn a significant deficit after a 5-2 loss in the first leg held in Istanbul.
Match Overview: Juve vs. Galatasaray
This encounter marks the eighth meeting between Juventus and Galatasaray in Champions League history. Past encounters have been favorable for the Turkish team, which has secured three wins, three draws, and only one loss against Juve. That lone defeat occurred in 2003 when Juventus won 2-1 in Turin.
Historical Performance
- Wins for Galatasaray: 3
- Draws: 3
- Wins for Juventus: 1
Despite their success against Juventus, Galatasaray has struggled during away matches against Italian teams. They have not won in 13 attempts, recording six draws and seven losses. However, they have demonstrated resilience in knockout stages, traditionally advancing after winning the first leg by three goals or more.
Challenges Ahead for Juventus
For Juventus, the challenge is steep. Historically, only four teams have managed to recover from a three-goal deficit in the Champions League after a first leg loss. The teams that achieved this remarkable feat include:
- Deportivo La Coruña vs. AC Milan (2003/04)
- Barcelona vs. Paris Saint-Germain (2016/17)
- AS Roma vs. Barcelona (2017/18)
- Liverpool vs. Barcelona (2018/19)
With a daunting task ahead, Juventus will look to capitalize on their home advantage and defeat Galatasaray decisively to keep their Champions League dreams alive.
