Gabriel Sara previews Galatasaray derby before Champions League | OneFootball

The main Brazilian name in the squad, Gabriel Sara will be a key player for Galatasaray in the classic match against Beşiktaş this Saturday, in the Süper Lig, in a decisive clash in the fight for the Turkish championship, on the eve of the duel with Liverpool in the Champions League round of 16.

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Brazilian faces decisive phase in the season

Sara has 35 games, with six goals and three assists, in addition to important performances in the last rounds of the championship. The midfielder highlighted the weight of the moment but urged caution. “Leading now is important, but nothing is decided yet. We are working with our feet on the ground,” he stated.

Galatasaray defends leadership and seeks historic achievement

Leader of the Süper Lig with 58 points, Galatasaray has a four-point advantage over Fenerbahçe and is trying to achieve the fourth consecutive title, a rare feat in the tournament's history. The away classic emerges as a decisive test before the continental knockout stage.

Focus on the duel with Liverpool

Besides the national battle, the Turkish club returns to the Champions League round of 16 after 12 years. The first match against Liverpool will be in Istanbul, before the decision in England. “We know the difficulty, but we are confident and well-prepared,” added Gabriel Sara.

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