FC Barcelona secured a commanding 4-1 victory over Galatasaray in their UEFA Champions League match at RAMS Park in Istanbul on October 13, 2026. Despite an early setback, the Catalan team showcased resilience and offensive prowess to maintain their perfect start in the competition.
Galatasaray opened the scoring in the 28th minute when Aleksey Batrakov's shot, deflected by Gerard Martín, found the back of the net. Barcelona responded just before halftime, with João Cancelo equalizing in the 43rd minute after a decisive interception by Dani Olmo. (elpais.com)
The second half saw Barcelona dominate. Fermín López put the visitors ahead in the 50th minute, followed by Anthony Gordon's goal three minutes later, both assisted by the standout performer Lamine Yamal. Karim Adeyemi sealed the victory with a goal in the 65th minute. (elpais.com)
Lamine Yamal's exceptional performance, including a remarkable assist to Gordon, drew widespread acclaim. His skillful play silenced the fervent home crowd and underscored his growing influence in the team. (cadenaser.com)
This win marks Barcelona's tenth consecutive victory across all competitions under manager Hansi Flick, highlighting their strong form and ambition in the Champions League. (elpais.com)