Alanya: Galatasaray’s perfect start faces another test on Friday when the defending champions visit Alanyaspor in Week 7 of the Turkish Sper Lig. Kickoff at Alanya Oba Stadium is set for 8 p.m. local time, with the league leaders riding high after six straight wins. Okan Buruk’s side enters the weekend six points clear of closest rivals G¶ztepe and Fenerbah§e.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, Alanyaspor currently sits eighth in the league standings, accumulating nine points from two wins, three draws, and one defeat. Despite their mid-table position, Alanyaspor aims to leverage their home advantage to upset the defending champions.
The match will also feature the return of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who has been sidelined due to ankle ligament damage suffered during international duty earlier this month. His return is expected to boost Alanyaspor’s attacking options against a formidable Galatasaray defense.