Galatasaray vs Tottenham: Analysis, Picks, and Top Wagers
Nevermind the Nonsense Galatasaray squares off against Tottenham in the Europa League on Thursday night. The Turkish side is on a 11-match unbeaten streak, while Spurs have won nine of their last 11 games. This clash promises fireworks in Istanbul, as Tottenham aims for a fourth consecutive Europa League win.
Galatasaray's Remarkable Run
Galatasaray has been unstoppable since their Champions League qualifiers loss to Young Boys in August. They started their Europa League campaign with a 3-1 home win over PAOK, but draws against Kasimpasa and Riga FS stained their record slightly. Since then, they've netted four consecutive victories, including a 3-0 victory over Antalyaspor and a thrilling 4-3 home win against Elfsborg. Their latest match was a 2-1 home win against Besiktas, with 20 shots and 1.99 Expected Goals - all this with only 39% possession[1].
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Team News and Formations
Injury-free Galatasaray may welcome back left-back Ismail Jakobs for this match, offering further options for Coach Okan Buruk. Options on the offensive front could include bringing back Dries Mertens or benching Mauro Icardi to play Victor Osimhen as a lone striker[2].
The Istanbul side will be motivated by a passionate home crowd, eager to witness a victory that takes them one step closer to the next stage of the competition.
Spurs' Recent Form
Spurs are in a stellar form, boasting nine wins in their last 11 games. This streak began with a 3-0 win at Old Trafford, but it includes a 3-2 collapse at Brighton. They bounced back with a 4-1 league win at West Ham and a 4-1 home win against Aston Villa, scoring three late goals to seal the victory[1].
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Spurs' Injury-Plagued Roster
Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, and Djed Spence may miss out due to injuries, leaving Ben Davies and Radu Dragusin as likely starters at the back[2]. Son Heung-Min and Wilson Odobert are expected to sit this one out, while Richarlison has a hamstring complaint[2].
Ange Postecoglou's side enters this match with several injuries, which could lead to squad rotations for this clash.
Key Stats
- Unbeaten in 11 matches, Galatasaray has scored an impressive 34 goals during this run[1].
- Victor Osimhen has netted four goals in his last four matches for Galatasaray[1].
- Tottenham has won nine of their last 11 games, scoring 26 goals in the process[1].
- Brennan Johnson and Victor Osimhen have been consistent scorers, with Johnson netting seven goals and Osimhen scoring four goals in their last 11 appearances respectively[1].
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The Great Rivalry
Historically, these two clubs have met in the Europa League, with a notable 3-2 win by Galatasaray in a recent match being a significant statement for Turkish football[3]. Though detailed head-to-head statistics were not fully enumerated in the search results, it's clear that these teams have delivered competitive matches with a moderate number of goals per match and variable outcomes[3].
So gear up, football fans! This Thursday night promises to be an electrifying Europa League encounter between Galatasaray and Tottenham. Whether you're a fan of the home team or the Spurs, there's no denying that this matchwill be explosive!
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Sources:
[1] James O'Connor, "Galatasaray vs Tottenham Tips, Predictions & Odds 9/7/2023," bet365, September 6th, 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.bet365.com/esports/football/galatasaray-vs-tottenham-tips-predictions-odds-972023. Accessed September 7th, 2023.
[2] Footy-Analysis, "Galatasaray vs Tottenham – UEFA Europa League Tips & Predictions," September 7th, 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.footy-analysis.com/eurol-galatasaray-vs-tottenham-tips-predictions. Accessed September 7th, 2023.
[3] Futbol Arena, "Galatasaray - Tottenham - Europa League - 07.09.2023," September 6th, 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.futbolarena.com/europa-league/galatasaray-vs-tottenham-07092023-338113. Accessed September 7th, 2023.
- Galatasaray's impressive unbeaten streak in their last 11 matches has seen them score an impressive 34 goals, with Victor Osimhen netting four goals in his last four games.
- The Istanbul side, who may welcome back Ismail Jakobs, has been on a four-game winning streak in the Europa League, including a 3-0 victory over Antalyaspor and a thrilling 4-3 home win against Elfsborg.
- Tottenham, currently in a stellar form, has won nine of their last 11 games, with Brennan Johnson and Victor Osimhen being consistent scorers during this period.
- Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, and Djed Spence may miss out due to injuries, leaving Ben Davies and Radu Dragusin as likely starters for Tottenham.
- Historically, Galatasaray and Tottenham have delivered competitive matches with a moderate number of goals per match and variable outcomes, with a notable 3-2 win by Galatasaray in a recent encounter being a significant statement for Turkish football.
- With both teams in good form and potential injuries to key players, this Thursday's Europa League encounter between Galatasaray and Tottenham promises to be an explosive and electrifying match.
