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Galatasaray Signs Victor Osimhen From Napoli For £64.8 Million: What It Means For The Team.

The news has caused a big buzz not just in Istanbul, but around the whole football community: Galatasaray have officially signed Nigerian star player Victor Osimhen from Napoli for a huge fee of £64. 8 million (€75 million). This isn't just a record-breaking transfer for Turkish football; it's a monumental statement of intent, a declaration that the Turkish champions are ready to ascend to the next level, both domestically and on the grand European stage. Osimhen is staying at Galatasaray permanently after a very successful loan period during the 2024-25 season. He helped the team win the Super Lig and the Turkish Cup, scoring an amazing 37 goals in 41 games across all competitions, including 26 goals in the league, marks the culmination of a protracted transfer saga. It's a move that underscores Galatasaray's ambition, their financial muscle, and their ability to convince one of the world's most coveted strikers to commit his prime years to the Süper Lig. The Crown...

UEFA Champions League Predictions for Matchday 11/26.

After the final international break of 2024, the UEFA Champions League returns with a bang. Tuesday's fixtures include a rematch of the 2019-20 final between Bayern Munich and PSG, as well as matches against AC Milan, Manchester City, Arsenal, Barcelona, and others. SI Soccer provides our predictions for the whole schedule.

Slovan Bratislava versus AC Milan

Prediction: Slovan Bratislava 1-3 AC Milan.

AC Milan's Christian Pulisic leads them to another Champions League victory after defeating Real Madrid in their last match. The USMNT superstar is in top form as he aims to finish 2024 on a high note.

Sparta Prague against Atletico Madrid

Prediction: Sparta Praha 0-2 Atletico Madrid

Diego Simeone's side has six points from its opening four games. Atleti requires a win here to begin climbing toward the top eight sports.

Manchester City versus Feyenoord

Prediction: Manchester City 3-0 Feyenoord.

Pep Guardiola's team may be struggling in the Premier League, but their five-game losing streak is expected to come to an end on Tuesday. Manchester City rallies back with a convincing victory over Feyenoord, which has conceded 10 goals in four games.

Barcelona against Brest

Prediction: Barcelona 3–1 Brest
 
Robert Lewandowski is one goal away from reaching 100 career Champions League goals. The Polish great not only scores, but Barcelona dominates to seal its position as a top eight team in the league phase.

Bayern Munich vs PSG


Prediction: Bayern Munich. 2-1 PSG

The main attraction of the day. Since their last clash four years ago, both teams have undergone significant changes. Vincent Kompany and Luis Enrique now lead from the sidelines, while Kylian Mbappe and Neymar Jr. are no longer present, although both teams continue to top their respective domestic divisions. Harry Kane leads the Bavarian team to a narrow victory at home, while PSG finishes another week outside of the 24 qualifying places.

Inter Milan versus RB Leipzig

Prediction: Inter Milan 2-0 RB Leipzig.

Inter comes in following a solid defensive performance against Arsenal. The current Serie A champion should not be underestimated in the competition. Inter wins at home, increasing their lead to 13 points.

Young Boys versus Atalanta

Prediction: Young Boys 0–2 Atalanta.

Young Boys is one of six teams in the Champions League without a win after four matches. Atlanta, on the other hand, is on the verge of a top-eight finish. Gian Piero Gasperini's team wins on the road by two goals.

Leverkusen versus RB Salzburg.

Prediction: Leverkusen 2–1 RB Salzburg.

The defending Bundesliga champion has not been as dominant domestically as it was last season. Xabi Alonso's club was destroyed at Anfield the last time out, but a chance to rebound here will help Leverkusen get back on track with hopes of finishing in the top eight.

Sporting CP against Arsenal

Prediction: Sporting 0–2 Arsenal

Arsenal's first defeat in the Champions League was against the reigning Serie A champion. However, Mikel Arteta's team seemed revived against Nottingham Forest this past weekend. Ruben Amorim has left, and he did so on a high note in Europe, defeating Manchester City the last time out. Viktor Gyokeres is one of the world's most talented and deadly strikers, but Arsenal wins convincingly on the road.

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