In August 21, 2024, at 20:00, the Swiss club Young Boys will face off against Turkey’s Galatasaray in a crucial Champions League qualification match. This match live promises to be an intense battle as both teams aim to secure their spot in the prestigious group stage of the competition.

Young Boys: Another Shot at Glory

For the second consecutive season, Young Boys are attempting to clear the final hurdle to reach the Champions League group stage. Last season, they successfully defeated Maccabi Haifa with two convincing victories (3-0 in both legs). The Swiss side is now looking to replicate that success against Galatasaray, coming off an impressive 10-0 win in the Swiss Cup last weekend. This was the first time since August 2022 that they scored in double digits in an official match, showcasing their formidable offensive capabilities. However, their Champions League record is mixed, with just two wins in their last 13 outings (4 draws, 7 losses).

Young Boys will be hoping to maintain their unbeaten record against Turkish teams in European football (1 win, 1 draw) as they head into this match. However, with a defense that has conceded at least two goals in five of their last six Champions League matches, the challenge is significant.

Galatasaray: Ready to Conquer Europe

Galatasaray arrives in Bern with the ambition of taking a decisive lead before the return leg in Istanbul. The Turkish champions, who secured the Süper Lig title in 2023/24 with an impressive total of 102 points, have started their season strong, winning their first two league matches. With an excellent track record against Swiss teams (11 wins, 2 draws, 4 losses), Galatasaray is motivated to avoid defeat in Switzerland.

Under the guidance of coach Okan Buruk, Galatasaray has won 13 of their last 15 matches, scoring at least two goals in 11 of those games. This offensive efficiency will be crucial in overcoming Young Boys’ defense.

Players to Watch

• Cedric Itten (Young Boys): The Bern striker is in high spirits after netting a hat-trick last weekend. Four of his last six goals have come in the 70th minute or later, making him a potential game-changer in this match.
• Mauro Icardi (Galatasaray): A seasoned goal-scorer, Icardi has scored 14 goals in his Champions League career, including three during last season’s qualifiers for Galatasaray, all within the first 30 minutes of the match.

Conclusion

The match live between Young Boys and Galatasaray is set to be an exciting spectacle, with high stakes for both teams. Tune in to watch which team will take a crucial step towards the 2024 Champions League group stage.