Galatasaray vs Liverpool: Odds, Lineups, Prediction & 11/2 Bet Builder Tip

Galatasaray, making their first UEFA Champions League Round of 16 appearance in over a decade, welcome European giants Liverpool to their formidable home ground in Istanbul. The clash kicks off on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 17:45 GMT.

Galatasaray vs Liverpool Form

The Turkish champions arrive in strong domestic form, though their last outing saw them claim a narrow 1-0 away victory against Besiktas in the Super Lig. Over their last six matches across all competitions, Galatasaray have secured four wins and suffered two losses. This run includes an impressive 5-2 home victory against Juventus in the Champions League, showcasing their attacking prowess, but also a 3-2 extra-time defeat to the same opponent away from home. Their recent form also features a 2-0 Super Lig loss to Konyaspor and a 2-1 Cup win over Alanyaspor.

Liverpool have enjoyed a similarly strong spell, bouncing back from a Premier League defeat to Wolves with a commanding 3-1 away win against the same opposition in the FA Cup in their most recent fixture. The Reds have registered five wins and one loss in their last six matches across all competitions. This includes a dominant 5-2 home win over West Ham in the Premier League, a 1-0 away victory at Nottingham Forest, and a 3-0 home triumph against Brighton in the FA Cup. Their only recent setback was a 2-1 Premier League defeat to Wolves.

Galatasaray vs Liverpool Head to Head

The most recent encounter between these two sides saw Galatasaray emerge victorious, securing a 1-0 win over Liverpool in the Champions League on September 30, 2025. This result contributes to a fascinating head-to-head record over their last six meetings. Galatasaray have historically held the upper hand against Liverpool, winning three matches, drawing two, and losing just once.

Galatasaray vs Liverpool Predicted Lineups

Galatasaray (4-2-3-1):

Çakir; Jakobs, Bardakci, Sánchez, Sallai; Torreira, Lemina; Lang, Sara, Yilmaz; Icardi

Liverpool (4-2-3-1):

Becker; Kerkez, van Dijk, Konaté, Frimpong; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Gakpo, Szoboszlai, Salah; Ekitiké

Galatasaray vs Liverpool Team News

Galatasaray will be without a few key players for this crucial Champions League tie. Batuhan Şen, Arda Ünyay, and Enes Emre Büyük are all sidelined due to injury, while Metehan Baltacı is unavailable through suspension.

For the visitors, Liverpool also have a few injury concerns. Alexander Isak, Wataru Endo, and Conor Bradley are all confirmed absentees due to injury. There is better news regarding Alexis Mac Allister, who is expected to be available despite having limped off in their recent FA Cup victory against Wolves.

Galatasaray vs Liverpool Match Prediction

Galatasaray return to the UEFA Champions League round of 16 for the first time in 12 seasons, hosting Liverpool in a tie already marked by drama. The Turkish champions famously beat the Reds 1-0 at home on Matchday 2 via a Victor Osimhen penalty and then edged Juventus 7-5 on aggregate after a 5-2 RAMS Park win. Their home form is formidable: just one loss in their last ten European home games and only two defeats in 46 matches across all competitions, while they arrive on the back of three straight domestic wins, including a 1-0 derby over Beşiktaş.

Liverpool finished third in the group with six wins from eight games and enter the knockouts with strong momentum, winning their last three matches without conceding, including a 6-0 rout of Qarabağ. Historically, Liverpool have struggled away to Galatasaray, never winning in three Champions League trips and just one victory in seven games against Turkish sides overall.

Still, Liverpool’s pedigree in the round of 16 is unmatched: they have won eight of their last 12 first-leg ties and nine of their previous 12 away legs at this stage. With superior experience and recent form in Europe, the Reds are well-placed to secure a first-leg win in Istanbul.

Score Prediction: Galatasaray 1-2 Liverpool

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Galatasaray vs Liverpool Betting Trends

Dominik Szoboszlai has scored or assisted in 6 of their last 6 apps (Champions League)

Cody Gakpo Has recorded 1+ shots on target in 6 of his last 6 UCL matches.

Victor Osimhen has recorded 3+ shots on target in 5 of their last 8 apps (Champions League)

Roland Sallai has won 2+ fouls in 7 straight UCL matches

Liverpool have had 14+ shots in 6 of their last 8 UCL matches

There have been 25+ total shots in 7 of Galatasaray’s last 10 UCL matches

Galatasaray vs Liverpool Bet Builder Tips

Our bet builder tips for Galatasaray vs Liverpool features Szoboslai 1+ Shot on Target, Victor Osimhen 1+ shot on target, Sallai 2+ fouls won & Cody Gakpo 2+ Fouls

At the time of publishing it is a best price of 11/2 with bet365.