Barcelona extend winning streak with comeback win in Istanbul

Barcelona extended their remarkable winning streak to ten matches after a commanding 4-1 victory over Galatasaray in Istanbul. Despite a challenging start in the hostile atmosphere of the Ali Sami Yen stadium, Hansi Flick’s side demonstrated their resilience to turn the game around.

The hosts initially took the lead through Batrakov, who capitalized on a defensive lapse involving Eric García. Barcelona faced further pressure when a second goal was conceded, though the effort was eventually ruled out by VAR. Shortly after, João Cancelo leveled the score, providing the momentum needed for a second-half resurgence.

A dominant second-half display

After the break, the visitors controlled the pitch with 71% possession and relentless attacking pressure. Fermín López headed the Catalans into the lead, followed by a brilliant individual display from Lamine Yamal. Karim Adeyemi added a fourth goal to seal the win, capping off a performance that statistically dwarfed the Turkish side.

"Perhaps not literally unstoppable, but certainly capable of punishing you brutally the moment you switch off."

Pau Cubarsí

"Barça are currently playing the best soccer in Europe."

Joan Laporta

The result reinforces Barcelona's standing as a serious contender in the competition. With 22 shots compared to Galatasaray's five, Flick’s team showcased the clinical edge that has defined their recent run of form.