Sports writers evaluate the Young Boys vs. Galatasaray match: Question yourself, Galatasaray

In the first leg of the Champions League play-off round, our representative Galatasaray faced Swiss side Young Boys away from home.

The Yellow-Reds went into the locker room trailing 2-0 in the first half of the match.

Michy Batshuayi, who entered the game in the second half, scored 2 goals in 5 minutes to level the score.

Winning a penalty in the 86th minute, Young Boys left the pitch with a 3-2 victory thanks to Ugrinic's goal.

Sports writers evaluated the Young Boys – Galatasaray match.

LEVENT TÜZEMEN: "GALATASARAY WILL SECURE THE TICKET WITH ITS FANS"

Coach Okan's decision to bring on Ziyech and Batshuayi in the second half shook off the lethargy that had settled over Galatasaray. That Batshuayi, with the two magnificent goals he scored, put his signature on Galatasaray's comeback. The unlucky penalty caused by Abdülkerim and the red card he received will not prevent Galatasaray from advancing in Istanbul, because G.Saray will secure its Champions League ticket in front of its fans. (SABAH)

BÜLENT TİMURLENK: "A NARROW ESCAPE!"

Okan Buruk did not analyze his opponent correctly. Playing such a long game against a tall team, and once again underestimating the midfield... He needs to think about these things. He needs to get Galatasaray, which conceded 3 goals against a team at the level of Young Boys, back on its feet in 6 days. If he cannot get his team into the Champions League, the management he supports will put him in the crosshairs. (SABAH)

ÖMER ÜRÜNDÜL: "ICARDI SHOULD HAVE BEEN SUBSTITUTED"

Galatasaray started the second half with a bit more movement. However, the opposing team was looking for counter-attack opportunities at every moment. They eventually found one, but they couldn't get past the post. Then came the critical moment of the match. Normally, Icardi should have come off and Batshuayi should have entered the game. However, as we know, Icardi has immunity. Switching to a double-striker formation could have caused even greater damage. But as soon as Batshuayi entered, he scored. Shortly after, he scored the second one. (SABAH)

ALİ GÜLTİKEN: "THEY WILL COMPENSATE IN ISTANBUL"

Batshuayi is a very important goalscorer. He has proven this many times in Turkey. The fact that Galatasaray found the goals they wanted after he entered the game last night was very important for this round. Even though Galatasaray conceded a goal and finished with a defeat, they showed that they are still the favorites in terms of their attacking play within the overall integrity of the game. However, they did not pass a good test on the defensive side, but they will compensate for this score at home. (SABAH)

CEM DİZDAR: "THEY ARE PLAYING LIKE A TEAM THAT WILL REACH THE GROUP STAGE"

Galatasaray appeared to perform at a level that will see them reach the group stage, provided they do not encounter any major problems. However, the key will be to remain persistent and consistent in playing the match until the very last moment, starting with the stands! At the very least, what should and should not be done has been identified in this match… (FANATİK)

SERKAN AKCAN: "THE BATSHUAYI SIGNING"

It seems the turning point of the season for Galatasaray will be the much-discussed signing of Batshuayi. He scored the winning goal against Hatayspor in the first match of the league, and last night he prevented a major defeat away at Young Boys. Abdülkerim's lack of form at Galatasaray has now reached a notable level. He leaves his mark on every match he plays with his errors; opponents find goals through his sluggishness, and he is now struggling to build up play. Until Sanchez returns, the Galatasaray defense will not be secure. (FANATİK)

UĞUR MELEKE: "THOSE WHO START THE LEAGUE EARLY ARE MORE PREPARED"

Austria, a country we frequently clash with in these rounds, started their league one week earlier than us, while Switzerland and Belgium started two weeks earlier, and Czechia and Denmark three weeks earlier. Yes, I am aware that there is a climate difference between us. However, even starting the Süper Lig just one week earlier, at the beginning of August, could carry our representatives into the play-off round a few notches more prepared. It is no coincidence that every opponent we have been matched with in recent days—Rapid, Young Boys, Lugano—looked fresher than ours. They start their leagues early. Yesterday in Bern, for the first 45 minutes, we faced a team that was below Galatasaray in terms of quality, but physically fresher than the yellow-reds... (HÜRRİYET)

GÜNTEKİN ONAY: "GALATASARAY WILL QUALIFY FOR THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE"

We did not see a good Galatasaray performance in yesterday's away match, but I think the result obtained despite this performance is good. Galatasaray will defeat Young Boys with the support of their fans in the return leg to be played at home on Tuesday, August 27, and will qualify for the Champions League. (HÜRRİYET)

HALİL ÖZER: "GALATASARAY, QUESTION YOURSELF"

Bats doesn't chase men, doesn't press, can't even pass properly, and is never a target man. But this guy is an interesting character. When he arrives, he scores. He arrived yesterday and scored. Perhaps he secured the qualification. But Galatasaray just can't stay comfortable. They have to concede. Mr. Abdülkerim, where are you going with your arms and hands? It's a clear penalty. And a red card, too. Thank God the red card came late. Otherwise, we would have all returned home with our tails between our legs. This team, which is undefeated in the Turkish League but has a 'masallah' (bless them) in Europe, needs to question itself. I think they will pass the round. But may God grant ease to this squad in the Champions League. (MİLLİYET)