Galatasaray claimed a crucial 2-0 home victory over VfB Stuttgart in the UEFA Champions League at Rams Park, delivering a devastating early spell that effectively decided the contest within the opening 15 minutes.

The Istanbul side made a blistering start, with Russian forward Batrakov emerging as the match-winner. He struck twice in quick succession, finding the net in the 12th and 15th minutes to leave Stuttgart stunned and give the hosts a commanding advantage.

The German visitors tried to find a way back into the game, but their task became more difficult after an early injury to Atakan Karazor. The match grew increasingly physical and tense, with several yellow cards reflecting the intensity of the battle.

After establishing their two-goal cushion, Galatasaray showed maturity and discipline. The Turkish side controlled the tempo after the interval, limited Stuttgart’s opportunities and protected their lead without taking unnecessary risks.

The final whistle confirmed a deserved 2-0 win for Galatasaray, who made their fast start count and secured an important result in their Champions League campaign.

2026-27, Champions League

Galatasaray - VfB Stuttgart 2:0 (2:0)
Goals: Batrakov, 12 (1:0); Batrakov, 15 (2:0)

Galatasaray: Çakir U.; Jakobs I. (Elmali, 78); Davinson Sanchez; Bardakçı; Sallai R. (Singo, 68); Torreira; Lemina (Gabriel Sara, 83); Akgün Y.; Batrakov (Sane L., 77); Osimhen; Yılmaz B. (Leão R., 68)
Substitution: Singo (from 68); Leão R. (from 68); Sane L. (from 77); Elmali (from 78); Gabriel Sara (from 83)
Bench: Guvenc; Yilmaz J.; Bitshiabu; Ugochukwu; Nhaga; Gundogan; Gül D.
Yellow Cards: Yılmaz B. 38; Sallai R. 62; Torreira 85

VfB Stuttgart: Bredlow; Hendriks R.; Mittelstädt; Chabot; Führich (Tomas T., 82); Karazor (Spalt, 18); Leweling (Assignon, 74); Prömel (Nartey, 75); El Khannouss; Demirovic (Pejčinović, 74); Undav
Substitution: Spalt (from 18); Assignon (from 74); Pejčinović (from 74); Nartey (from 75); Tomas T. (from 82)
Bench: Funk M.; Seimen; Al Dakhil; Jaquez; Jeltsch; Malanga
Yellow Cards: Karazor 2; Undav 39; Spalt 45; Prömel 61; Hendriks R. 79