Galatasaray vs Olimpija Ljubljana Prediction, Tips & Odds – Aug. 15, 2023

Galatasaray vs Olimpija Ljubljana Prediction 15.08.2023. In the second-leg match of the third round of Champions League qualifiers, Galatasaray will host Olimpija Ljubljana. The game is scheduled for Tuesday at 8:00 PM, at the Rams Park stadium.

The winner of this clash will advance to the group stage and face the better side between Klaksvik and Molde.

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Galatasaray vs Olimpija Ljubljana Odds

Galatasaray vs Olimpija Ljubljana 1×2: 1.32/5.74/9.38

Total goals over/under (2.5): 1.60/2.40

Double chance 1x/12/x2: 1.09/1.15/3.24

Both teams to score YES/NO: 2.01/1.81

Odds via Ivibet Sportsbook.

Galatasaray Team News

Galatasaray played a 0:0 draw in the first round of the Turkish Super League. Despite being the better side according to all statistical parameters, they couldn’t secure a victory.

In the previous round of Champions League qualifiers, they eliminated Zalgiris with an aggregate score of 3:2. Before that match, they played four friendly matches, recording one win, one draw, and two losses. Last season, they finished at the top of the table with 88 points, eight more than the second-placed Fenerbahce.

With a tough game against Trabzonspor awaiting at the weekend, Galatasaray could risk making some changes to their starting XI on Tuesday, given their significant advantage from the first leg.

Cedric Bakambu may therefore make way for Mauro Icardi, while winger Wilfried Zaha is also available and could feature during the match. Dries Mertens, Nicolo Zaniolo, Kerem Akturkoglu, and Baris Alper Yilmaz will also vie for selection in the attacking lineup.

Uruguayan midfielder Lucas Torreira has been sidelined due to a stomach problem, so Sergio Oliveira competes with Fredrik Midtsjo to join Berkan Kutlu in central midfield, while summer signing Angelino is likely to miss out due to injury.

A quiet opening night sees points shared.#KYSvGS pic.twitter.com/rVL2Gep3zn

— Galatasaray EN (@Galatasaray) August 12, 2023

Olimpija Ljubljana Team News

Olimpija’s footballers won their last match against Domzale at home with a score of 2:1. They took the lead towards the end of the first half after a penalty kick, with Rui Pedro as the scorer. The away team equalized at the beginning of the second half, and the final result was set by Marcel Ratnik in the 59th minute, assisted by Mateo Karamatic.

In the previous round, they eliminated Ludogorets with a score of 3:2, while in three played rounds of the Slovenian league, they recorded two wins and one loss. Before that, in six friendly matches, they achieved five wins and one loss.

On the other hand, Olimpija included several new players in their starting lineup for the league victory against Domzale, and some could remain in Istanbul.

Brazilian forward Pedro Lucas was given a chance off the bench on Saturday and will now compete with Rui Pedro and Admir Bristric for a place in the starting attacking lineup, while former Derby County midfielder Timi Elsnik is confident he will retain his position as the captain of the visiting team.

🔜 Istanbul pic.twitter.com/isL2l4tXWn

— NK Olimpija Ljubljana (@nkolimpija) August 14, 2023

Galatasaray vs Olimpija Ljubljana H2H

Before last week’s match, it’s interesting to note that these two teams had never played an official match before. They had a friendly match back in 2012, which ended in a 1:1 draw.

Injuries and suspensions

Galatasaray: Lucas Torreira, Angelino

Olimpija Ljubljana: –

Expected Lineups

Galatasaray (4-2-3-1): Muslera; Boey, Nelsson, Bardakci, Karatas; Midtsjo, Kutlu; Yilmaz, Mertens, Akturkoglu; Icardi

Olimpija Ljubljana (4-2-3-1): Vidovsek; Silva, Ratnik, Karamatic, Sualehe; Elsnik, Doffo; Seslar, Posavec, Fadida; Pedro

Galatasaray vs Olimpija Ljubljana Prediction

Galatasaray is a clear favorite in this match due to their home advantage and a stronger squad. Therefore, we expect a victory for the home team, but considering possible changes in the starting lineup, a draw result is also possible, with a total of no more than three goals on both sides.

Kick-off Time: Tuesday, 15.08.2023, 8:00 PM Local Time (GMT 0), 20:00 CET

Prediction: Galatasaray/draw & under 3.5

Odds (when tipped): 1.74

Sportsbook: Ivibet

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