Galatasaray vs. Tottenham squad: Who is in the starting 11? Will Icardi or Osimhen play?

Galatasaray and Tottenham are set to face each other in the UEFA Europa League. Pre-match, the probable starting 11s for both teams, squad details, and pre-match analyses are provided here.

WHEN IS THE GALATASARAY - TOTTENHAM MATCH, WHAT TIME, AND ON WHICH CHANNEL?

Galatasaray will host England's Tottenham at home in the UEFA Europa League group stage on Thursday, November 7, 2024. This exciting match will kick off at 20:45 and will be broadcast live on the TABİİ Spor channel. Fans are filled with great excitement to watch the performance the team under Okan Buruk's management will display on the pitch and the struggle they will put up for victory.

WHO WILL PLAY IN THE MATCH?

The probable 11s for both teams are stated above. However, the final squads will be announced before the match.

GALATASARAY - TOTTENHAM MATCH PROBABLE 11S

Galatasaray and Tottenham will take the field with their strong squads in their UEFA Europa League encounter. Here are the probable starting 11s for both teams before the match.

GALATASARAY PROBABLE 11

Goalkeeper: Muslera

Defense: Abdülkerim, Davinson, Kaan, Yunus

Midfield: Gabriel Sara, Sallai, Torreira

Forward: Barış, Icardi, Osimhen

TOTTENHAM PROBABLE 11

Goalkeeper: Vicario

Defense: Udogie, Romero, Porro, Van de Ven

Midfield: Bissouma, Maddison, Kulusevski

Forward: Solanke, Johnson, Moore

STANDOUT NAMES IN GALATASARAY'S SQUAD

One of the standout names in Galatasaray's UEFA Europa League squad is the experienced goalkeeper Fernando Muslera. Having protected the team's goal for many years, Muslera draws attention especially with his performance in European matches. Additionally, the prolific striker Mauro Icardi, who increases the team's offensive power, will be on the pitch to challenge the Tottenham defense.

In midfield, Torreira and Sallai will take on important duties in both defense and attack. Torreira stands out as one of Galatasaray's key players in terms of playmaking and winning the ball. The duo of Barış and Osimhen, who will support Icardi up front, will aim to create an advantage for their team with fast attacks.

TOTTENHAM'S MATCH SQUAD AND TACTICAL PLAN

Tottenham plans to take the field against Galatasaray with a disciplined approach to the game. The English side aims to show strong resistance against Galatasaray's fast attacks under the leadership of Romero and Van de Ven in the defensive line. Goalkeeper Vicario will protect Tottenham's goal and will try to display a careful performance, especially against Galatasaray's effective shots.

In midfield, the duo of Bissouma and Maddison will play a critical role in both attack and defense. The opportunities Maddison creates in attack could make it easier for forward players like Kulusevski and Solanke to find positions. In Tottenham's attacking line, names like Johnson and Moore will fight to break through Galatasaray's defense.