Champions League Preview: Copenhagen vs Galatasaray Prediction, Preview, and Odds (Dec 12)
- FC Copenhagen currently sits second in the Group A standings
- Galatasaray need a victory on the final day to reach the knockout round
A fascinating round of matches conclude Group A in the Champions League on Tuesday. FC Copenhagen have been the surprise package in the group stage, and they could ensure their spot in the next round with a home win against Galatasaray.
How To Watch
- When: Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 3:00 p.m ET
- Where: Parken, Copenhagen, Denmark
- How To Watch: CBS
Odds
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Copenhagen | |
| Draw | |
| Galatasaray |
Match Preview
Copenhagen has been one of the surprise packages in the Champions League this term, and they are within reach of the knockout stage. The Danish side needs to claim maximum points at Parken to finish Group A in second spot, while a defeat will see Galatasaray progress to the next round. A draw could leave the door open for Man United.
Copenhagen previously hosted their Turkish rivals in a European fixture in November 2013, landing a 1-0 success. However, Galatasaray are unbeaten in their previous three home matches against Danish opposition. But, they have failed to win on each of their two trips to the country.
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Both sides will be chasing history this week. Galatasaray haven’t reached the knockout stage of the competition since 2013-14, while Copenhagen will be looking to reach the next stage for just the second time in their history. Copenhagen’s defensive record would be a slight concern this week, as they have conceded five times at Parken, which is the most that they have allowed in a single campaign.
Galatasaray’s away record would also be a concern this week, as they have recorded just one win in their last 19 on the road. However, their only success over that period was recorded on matchday two, as they registered a dramatic 3-2 success at Old Trafford against Man United.
Copenhagen vs Galatasaray Prediction
The stakes will be huge for both of these sides on Tuesday. However, we like the chances of Galatasaray recording maximum points, as they have been competitive throughout the competition so far this term.
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