Galatasaray have issued a statement about tonight’s Champions League game after the horrific referee incident in Turkey, that could have affected Manchester United.
This comes after Turkish football bosses suspended all leagues after a referee was punched to the ground by a club president following a top-flight game on Monday, as reported by the BBC.
Galatasaray are set to take on Copenhagen tonight in a vital Champions League clash which ultimately decides who will advance in the group. Erik ten Hag and Manchester United will be watching closely, with the result of this fixture directly impacting the Red Devils.
A statement has been issued by the Turkish club today, stating that it will go ahead.
Galatasaray Champions League clash to go ahead
The Super Lig sides club president Dursun Aydın Özbek had the following to say via the club’s website regarding tonight’s clash amid the Turkish football shutdown:
“Tonight we will play a very important match for Turkish football and Galatasaray. We will play against Copenhagen in Denmark.
“Parken Stadium is the place we are used to, where we won the UEFA Cup. Therefore, we are planning to return to Turkey with a great victory tonight.
“We will do our best to give Turkish football the points it needs and the night of pride. Ready. We don’t lack anything. I’m sure it will be a good result.
“I wish a good match to all my football brothers, the technical staff and all Galatasaray fans there. I wish success to be with us.”
This confirms the tie will go ahead, which is important for Manchester United.
Manchester United’s Champions League fate will be sealed tonight
This means that Manchester United will ultimately know if they advance in the competition tonight.
United need a draw in the Galatasaray vs Copenhagen clash, and nothing less than a victory against Bayern Munich.
We’re going to need luck on our side tonight.
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