Galatasaray - VfL Wolfsburg: Champions League Femenina Match Results and Review
Match Recap
On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, Galatasaray and VfL Wolfsburg faced off in an exciting match in the UEFA Women's Champions League group stage. The game, which was played at Galatasaray's Nef Stadium in Istanbul, saw the German side emerge victorious with a 3-1 scoreline.
Wolfsburg took the lead early in the first half through a goal from Ewa Pajor in the 15th minute. Galatasaray equalized in the 30th minute through a penalty converted by Aysun Gül Yaşar, but Wolfsburg regained the lead just before halftime with another goal from Pajor.
In the second half, Wolfsburg extended their lead in the 70th minute with a goal from Tabea Wassmuth. Galatasaray fought hard to find an equalizer, but Wolfsburg held on to secure the victory and three important points.
Goalscorers
* Galatasaray: Aysun Gül Yaşar (30' pen.) * Wolfsburg: Ewa Pajor (15', 45'), Tabea Wassmuth (70')Analysis
The match was a tale of two halves, with Wolfsburg dominating the first half and Galatasaray improving in the second. Wolfsburg's early pressure paid off with two goals from Pajor, who was a constant threat to the Galatasaray defense.
Galatasaray showed resilience to equalize through Yaşar's penalty, but Wolfsburg's quality shone through in the end. The German side controlled possession and created several chances throughout the game.
Galatasaray will be disappointed with the result, but they can take some positives from their performance in the second half. Wolfsburg, meanwhile, will be pleased with their victory and will be confident heading into the rest of the group stage.
Standings
The victory leaves Wolfsburg top of Group D with six points from two games, while Galatasaray remains in third place with one point from two games.
Next Fixtures
Galatasaray's next match in the Champions League is away to Chelsea on December 12, while Wolfsburg hosts SK Slavia Praha on the same day.
