Champions League: Galatasaray Qualifies for Round of 16 Despite Loss to Juventus

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25 February 2026at22:45

Juventus defeated visitors Galatasaray 3-2 today at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie.

The host team took an early lead when Manuel Locatelli converted a penalty in the 37th minute. However, Juventus were reduced to ten men early in the second half following the dismissal of their player Lloyd Kelly in the 48th minute. Federico Gatti then extended the lead with a second goal by the 70th minute, before Weston McKennie added a third in the 82nd minute.

The visiting team managed to reduce the deficit in the dying moments, with Victor Osimhen scoring their first goal in the first minute of first-half stoppage time. Barış Alper Yılmaz then netted Galatasaray's second goal in the 119th minute. Despite their victory in the match, Juventus exited the competition due to their opponent's 7-5 aggregate advantage over both legs.

Q&A

What happened in the Champions League match between Juventus and Galatasaray?

Juventus defeated Galatasaray 3-2 in the second leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie at the Allianz Stadium. Manuel Locatelli, Federico Gatti, and Weston McKennie scored for Juventus, while Victor Osimhen and Barış Alper Yılmaz netted for Galatasaray.

How did Galatasaray qualify for the Champions League Round of 16 despite losing to Juventus?

Galatasaray qualified for the Champions League Round of 16 despite their 3-2 loss to Juventus due to their superior aggregate score over both legs. Their overall performance across the two matches secured their progression in the competition.

What are the implications for Juventus after their Champions League exit?

Juventus's Champions League exit means they will not advance to the next stage of the tournament this season. Despite winning the second leg 3-2, their aggregate score was insufficient to overcome Galatasaray's advantage, concluding their European campaign.

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