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Reds out for last-16 revenge after shock league phase defeat in Istanbul

Liverpool face Galatasaray this evening in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.

It is familiar opposition for the Reds, who visited the Turkish champions early in the league phase and were beaten 1-0 after an early penalty from Victor Osimhen.

Their form has been mixed in recent weeks, though. They knocked Wolves out of the FA Cup last time out, but were also beaten by the Premier League’s bottom club four days prior.

Galatasaray, meanwhile, will hope to repeat the trick as they face Liverpool for the second time this season. They reached this stage of the Champions League by way of a dramatic knockout play-off, where they beat Juventus 7-5 over two thrilling legs.

They will be riding high ahead of this match, too, after beating bitter rivals Besiktas in the Super Lig on Saturday.

Date, kick-off time and venue

Galatasaray vs Liverpool is scheduled for a 5.45pm GMT kick-off today on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

The match will take place at RAMS Park in Istanbul.

Where to watch Galatasaray vs Liverpool

TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage starting at 5pm GMT.

Live stream: TNT Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Discovery+ app and website.

Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog.

Galatasaray vs Liverpool team news

Arne Slot was dealing with a selection crisis of sorts when he last stepped foot at RAMS Park in September, and he was dealt a big injury blow on Monday when Alisson was ruled out of the midweek fixture.

The Brazilian felt discomfort after the Reds’ open training session and has not travelled to Turkey. Slot said he did not expect it to be a “big” injury and that there was “definitely a chance” that Alisson - who will be replaced by Giorgi Mamardashvili tonight - plays against Tottenham on Sunday.

Federico Chiesa was also not in training on Monday due to illness and has not made the trip.

There was some concern surrounding Alexis Mac Allister, who was withdrawn with an injury at Wolves on Friday, but his issue does not appear serious and he is in the squad, speaking at a press conference on Monday.

Alexander Isak, Wataru Endo, Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni are all still sidelined for Liverpool.

Sidelined: Alisson will play no part for Liverpool against Galatasaray

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Hugo Ekitike was rested for the FA Cup defeat of Wolves and should come back into the side on Tuesday. So too were Ibrahima Konate and Jeremie Frimpong, who will both hope to be reinstated to the starting lineup.

Rio Ngumoha impressed at Molineux, too, and should be in line for another appearance off the bench - if not a start. Florian Wirtz is also available, having come off the bench to face Wolves.

Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk is lucky to have nearly the full complement available to him. The only player on the treatment table at present is 19-year-old reserve goalkeeper Enes Buyuk, who is yet to appear this campaign.

Leroy Sane will be available despite being shown a red card for the first time in his senior career against Besiktas. The resultant suspension does not apply in the Champions League.

Nigeria striker Osimhen, who has scored seven Champions League goals this season, is expected to start up top.

Victor Osimhen has scored seven Champions League goals this campaign - including one against Liverpool

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Galatasaray vs Liverpool prediction

Liverpool’s previous meeting with Galatasaray came amid a run of six defeats in seven, and Slot will be keen to prove that was simply an extended blip.

This rare chance at Champions League redemption is a tantalising one, and the Dutchman has the opportunity to show the continent just how much his side have improved, in spite of such limiting injuries.

Now on a run of seven wins in nine, his much-improved Reds should be confident of securing a victory which they can easily convert to progression in the second leg at Anfield.

Liverpool to win, 2-1.

Head to head (h2h) history and results

Before this season, these two sides had not faced one another since they shared a Champions League group in 2006. The home side won each fixture, both times by a 3-2 scoreline.

Galatasaray wins: 2

Liverpool wins: 1

Draws: 2

Galatasaray vs Liverpool match odds

Galatasaray to win: 7/2

Liverpool to win: 7/10

Draw: 16/5

Odds via Betfair (subject to change).