Galatasaray vs. Young Boys in UCL: €15 Million showdown
Galatasaray, paired with Young Boys in the UEFA Champions League playoff round, stands to secure a significant financial boost if they advance past their Swiss opponents.
Last season, Galatasaray's European journey began in the Champions League but ended in the UEFA Europa League's Round of 32. Now, the team is determined to re-enter Europe's elite competition.
€15 Million on the Line
Galatasaray aims to defeat Young Boys in the playoff round and secure a spot in the Champions League group stage, which comes with a lucrative participation fee. According to reports from Akşam, if the team succeeds, they will earn €15.64 million.
First Match Away
The first leg against Young Boys is set for Wednesday, August 21, in Switzerland. The return leg will be held at Rams Park on August 27.
Format Change
Under the new format, Galatasaray will play eight matches in the group stage. Each victory will earn the team €2.8 million, while each draw will bring in €930,000.
This season, the tournament will feature 36 teams in a league format, with each team playing eight matches initially. The top eight teams will advance directly to the Round of 16. Teams ranked between 9th and 24th will compete in playoffs for a spot in the Round of 16. The Champions League draw will take place on August 29, with the first matches scheduled between September 17-19.
