Osimhen’s spot-kick hands Galatasaray a famous win | OneFootball

Liverpool endured a difficult evening in Istanbul as Galatasaray claimed a narrow 1-0 victory in their Champions League fixture in Istanbul.

It was a frustrating night for the Reds, who struggled to break down a disciplined Turkish side despite controlling much of the ball.

The decisive moment arrived early. Victor Osimhen calmly converted a penalty after Dominik Szoboszlai was judged to have brought down Baris Alper Yilmaz in the box. The striker struck straight down the middle, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way and giving the hosts the lead they never relinquished.

The Premier League champions created chances, but their attacking efforts were blunted by Galatasaray’s organised defending. Cody Gakpo saw a header cleared off the line, while later efforts from Alexis Mac Allister and Lucas Torreira whistled just wide. Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak were introduced after the hour mark, but even their presence failed to spark Liverpool into life.

Liverpool’s frustration was compounded when a penalty appeal for a foul on Ibrahima Konaté was overturned by VAR, leaving the visitors with little to show despite enjoying the majority of possession and registering more expected goals.

Galatasaray, by contrast, remained composed and disciplined, relying on their organisation and tactical awareness to preserve the narrow lead. The result puts the Turkish side in a strong position in the group, while Liverpool are left needing to regroup after consecutive setbacks in the competition.

Incidents: The story of the match

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The match begins

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Opportunity wasted. Ibrahima Konaté of Liverpool attempted a header from the center of the penalty area but failed to convert. The assist came from Dominik Szoboszlai, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.

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Missed opportunity! Ibrahima Konaté of Liverpool attempted a header from the middle of the penalty area but failed to find the target. The chance was set up by Dominik Szoboszlai, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.

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Missed opportunity! Hugo Ekitiké of Liverpool attempted a header from the center of the box but sent it wide to the left. The cross was provided by Cody Gakpo.

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Opportunity wasted! Hugo Ekitiké of Liverpool attempted a header from the center of the box but sent it wide to the left. The cross was delivered by Cody Gakpo.

Galatasaray takes the lead 1-0 against Liverpool. Victor Osimhen steps up to take the penalty and sends a right-footed shot straight down the middle of the goal.Galatasaray takes the lead, 1-0 against Liverpool. Victor Osimhen steps up and successfully converts the penalty, striking the ball with his right foot straight down the middle of the goal.

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GOALGalatasaray: Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray) scores penalty-kick!

Victor Osimhen scores goal number 1 in the competition (1 matches)

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Missed opportunity. Davinson Sánchez of Galatasaray attempted a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but it sailed high and to the right after a corner kick.

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Missed opportunity! Davinson Sánchez of Galatasaray attempted a right-footed shot from the center of the penalty area following a corner, but it went wide.

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Missed opportunity! Ibrahima Konaté of Liverpool had a header from within the six-yard box, aiming for the left side, but it went just wide of the mark. The assist came from Cody Gakpo, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.

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Missed opportunity! Wilfried Singo of Galatasaray took a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sailed high and to the left. The assist came from Victor Osimhen.

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Opportunity wasted! Wilfried Singo from Galatasaray attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sailed high and to the left of the goal. The assist came from Victor Osimhen.

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Opportunity wasted! Conor Bradley of Liverpool attempted a header from the center of the box but sent it wide to the left. The cross was delivered by Florian Wirtz.

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Missed opportunity. Alexis Mac Allister of Liverpool attempts a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it goes over the bar and to the right after a corner kick.

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Missed opportunity. Lucas Torreira of Galatasaray attempted a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it went just wide to the left following a corner.

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The referee whistles for the end of the match