Galatasaray’s struggles on the road in the Champions League continued Wednesday as Sporting Lisbon rallied for a 3-1 victory, handing the Turkish champions their first defeat of the season.
Playing in their 19th Champions League campaign, Galatasaray made an ideal start at Jose Alvalade Stadium when Sporting defender Goncalo Inacio turned the ball into his own net in the fifth minute.
The visitors controlled the opening stages and looked dangerous going forward, but Sporting gradually took control. Geny Catamo equalized in the 27th minute, and the Portuguese side grew increasingly comfortable as the first half progressed.
Galatasaray had a chance to restore their lead when Leroy Sane found himself with a clear opportunity in the 37th minute, but the German forward could not convert.
The teams went into halftime tied 1-1, but Sporting took charge after the break.
