Gundogan: Galatasaray's intensity can trouble Barcelona in Champions League
Ilkay Gundogan believes Galatasaray can make things difficult for Barcelona in Tuesday's Champions League meeting by leaning on their attacking quality and the support at Rams Park. He said that defending as a unit and playing with strong emotion can unsettle any side. Gundogan also described Barcelona as Europe's top team and a major favorite for the Champions League crown.
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Ilkay Gundogan, now at Galatasaray, will meet Barcelona, a club he once played for, in Tuesday’s League Phase fixture. He told Mundo Deportivo that Galatasaray’s forward talent and the Rams Park crowd give them a chance. He added that disciplined defending and passionate play are needed to disrupt elite sides.
Barcelona, coached by Hansi Flick, opened their European campaign with a 5-1 victory over Feyenoord. Galatasaray