After losing the first leg at home by a score of 2-3, Manchester United marched to the “pan of fire” Rams Global in Istanbul on November 30 with the sole goal of retrieving all three points against Galatasaray.

Only a win will keep the “Red Devils” in contention for the second ticket in Group A to advance to the knock-out phase, or at the very least the potential to end the Champions League group stage in third place in the group. received a “consolation” entry to the Europa League. If they lose to Turkey’s representative in this second match, Manchester United’s European dream will be over.

Britain’s “big man” has reason to expect a miracle from the life-or-death battle in Istanbul early on November 30. Man United’s performance demonstrates that this team has been “resurrected” with three consecutive Premier League triumphs, or, more broadly, five wins in the last six rounds.

Except for Marcus Rashford, who has gotten enough penalty cards to be suspended, Man United will most likely field the same lineup that defeated Everton 3-0 just a few days ago, featuring two promising talents Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo. If Rasmus Hojlund recovers in time to return, coach Erik ten Hag’s offensive dilemma will be even more complex, especially as Martial and Garnacho are both playing very well and Hojlund is a “fierce” opponent for Galatasaray’s defense.

The assault is growing more threatening, and Manchester United’s defense is becoming more strong, at least vowing not to make the same fatal blunders as in the first match. Andre Onana has the most clean sheets in England, Luke Shaw’s comeback gives the left flank some relief, and Harry Maguire is finding his best form as a centre-back. The arrival of 18-year-old dual-national midfielder Kobbie Mainoo in Man United’s midfield area also “refreshed” it…

The excellent news can entirely reassure Manchester United fans when their squad marches to Istanbul, where the panicked memories of 30 years ago haunt a generation of middle-aged Manucians. That day, Man United could only leave “Ali Sami Yen hell” (the old name of Galatasaray’s stadium) with a 0-0 draw, with star Eric Cantona receiving a red card at the end of the match, and the team was eliminated according to the away goals rule.

Galatasaray presently defeated Manchester United 3-2 in the first leg, and the Turkish squad is in terrific form, having won 15 of their past 20 matches in all competitions. Galatasaray only fell 1-2 to Bayern Munich in their most recent Champions League group stage match, giving them some confidence ahead of the visit of Manchester United.