In the UEFA Europa League play-off round second leg, Galatasaray will host AZ Alkmaar at RAMS Park on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 20:45. The yellow-reds will take the field to reverse the 4-1 defeat they suffered in the first leg.
The important second leg match between Galatasaray and AZ Alkmaar will be broadcast live on TRT 1. Fans will have the opportunity to watch this critical UEFA Europa League match free-to-air.
WILL THE MATCH BE AFFECTED BY WEATHER CONDITIONS?
Following warnings from the General Directorate of Meteorology, the Altay Snowstorm has begun to show its effect in Istanbul. While heavy snowfall is expected on February 20 and 21, the Galatasaray management has taken various precautions to ensure the match can be played.
The pitch will be covered with tarpaulins.
Heating systems and lights will be kept active continuously.
In case of extreme snowfall, snow removal vehicles will be deployed.
It remains uncertain how the heavy precipitation will affect the pitch at match time.
WILL THE GALATASARAY - AZ ALKMAAR MATCH BE POSTPONED?
UEFA officials have not made any official statement regarding the postponement of the match so far. However, in the event of excessive snow accumulation on the RAMS Park pitch, there is a possibility that the match could be postponed to a later date.
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