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'I was better than him' - Mourinho savaged by old Galatasaray foe

Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has launched a stunning critique of his former rival Jose Mourinho, claiming the Portuguese "hasn't upgraded himself as a coach." After beating Mourinho's Fenerbahce to the Super Lig title last season, Buruk stated he "was better than" Mourinho and that his rival is "not focused like before."

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'Banging drums & smoke' - Liverpool get UCL 'pressure' warning

Liverpool have been warned to brace themselves for "banging drums and smoke everywhere" when travelling to Turkey for a Champions League clash with Galatasaray. The Reds will be back in European action on Tuesday, with Arne Slot’s side being told - by a man who knows all about life at both clubs - that they must put any distractions out of their mind when entering the most hostile of environments.

Galatasaray handed boost by Osimhen ahead of Liverpool clash

Galatasaray have been handed a huge fitness boost by Victor Osimhen ahead of their Champions League clash with Premier League giants Liverpool. The Reds are due to pay a visit to Turkey next Tuesday. Gala are desperate to have Nigeria international Osimhen available for that fixture, and the prolific striker appears ready to make a timely return to competitive action.

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Gundogan says Galatasaray were 'better team' despite 5-1 hammering

Ilkay Gundogan has lamented Galatasaray's mental fragility following their 5-1 Champions League thrashing by Eintracht Frankfurt. The ex-Manchester City star claimed his side were superior until the German team equalised, after which their "heads were hanging down". Gundogan admitted they "invited" Frankfurt to score and must improve as a group as they look to bounce back from the humiliation.

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'Simply perfect' - Frankfurt striker amazed by UCL comeback win

Eintracht Frankfurt marked their Champions League return with a thumping 5-1 win over Galatasaray, overturning an early Leroy Sane-inspired opener. Jonathan Burkardt struck twice on his debut in the competition, while young starlet Can Uzun and Ansgar Knauff also shone in a pulsating night at Deutsche Bank Park. Coach Dino Toppmoller urged his players to “enjoy” the triumph, calling it a reward for last season’s efforts.

'You lost to Slovakia!' - Galatasaray boss hits back at Sane criticism

Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk has fired back at Germany national coach Julian Nagelsmann over his comments about Leroy Sane. The national team boss has said Sane will have to perform beyond his usual expectations to make the squad after he joined the Turkish giants from Bayern Munich. Buruk, though, pointed to the recent loss to Slovakia as proof Germany aren't as good as Nagelsmann believes.

Fenerbahce chief reveals Calhanoglu agreed summer transfer

Fenerbahce president Ali Koc revealed that Inter midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu had agreed to join the club in the summer. The revelation comes despite Calhanoglu publicly declaring his lifelong support for Fenerbahce’s arch-rivals Galatasaray. In the end, neither side was able to finalise a transfer, and the Turkish international remained in Italy for the season.

Lammens' brother felt Galatasaray was a better move than Man Utd

Senne Lammens' brother has admitted he felt that the Belgian goalkeeper should have joined Galatasaray instead of Manchester United in the summer transfer window, amid fears he would "succumb to the pressure" of life at Old Trafford. Lammens completed an £18 million ($25m) deadline day move from Royal Antwerp as the Red Devils decided against placing a formal offer for Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez.

Sane 'threw his career away' by leaving Bayern

Rafael van der Vaart claimed Leroy Sane 'threw his career away' by joining Galatasaray, while hailing Bayern Munich’s new signing Luis Diaz.

Galatasaray’s late Calhanoglu move collapses over €45m Inter demand

Inter star Hakan Calhanoglu was the subject of a significant late approach from Galatasaray as Okan Buruk reveals a last-minute attempt to sign him.

Sane vows to rise to Nagelsmann’s challenge after Germany snub

Leroy Sane vowed to prove himself after Julian Nagelsmann left him out of Germany’s squad, insisting he knows exactly what the coach demands.

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Gundogan leaves again! Man City midfielder joins Galatasaray

Manchester City have confirmed the departure of club legend Ilkay Gundogan, who has joined Galatasaray on a free transfer just one year after returning to the Etihad from Barcelona.

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Lookman sparks transfer battle between Galatasaray & Fenerbahce

Ademola Lookman’s future hangs in the balance as Galatasaray and Fenerbahce push for a deal, but Atalanta are standing firm on their valuation.

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Galatasaray close in on deal to sign Man City's Gundogan

Ilkay Gundogan could be heading for a surprise move to Turkey as Galatasaray close in on a deal to sign the veteran midfielder from Manchester City. The 34-year-old only returned to the Etihad last summer after a spell at Barcelona, but with Pep Guardiola reshaping his midfield, Gundogan now looks set to depart once again and talks are advancing with the Turkish side.

Bayern turn to Lookman after Jackson deal killed by Chelsea

Bayern Munich are chasing Atalanta's Ademola Lookman and have registered a loan bid for the Nigerian after seeing Nicolas Jackson's deal fall through.

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Why do Galatasaray have five stars over their club badge?

The Turkish giants have five stars on their crest and it's related to success and pride.

Fenerbahce enter Ederson race after rival bid rejected

If Ederson leaves Manchester City before the transfer deadline, it opens up the Premier League giants to pursuing Paris Saint-Germain superstar Gianluigi Donarumma.

Gala enter race for Man Utd keeper target Lammens

Manchester United face missing out on first-choice goalkeeper target Senne Lammens after Turkish giants Galatasaray joined the race for his signature.

AC Milan eye Man City’s Akanji as Galatasaray falter

AC Milan have approached Manchester City for Manuel Akanji, challenging Galatasaray after the Swiss defender rejected a £15 million move to Turkey.

Sane vows comeback after Nagelsmann’s 'worse league' take

Leroy Sane has responded after Julian Nagelsmann left him out of Germany’s squad, insisting he must “find rhythm” to revive his World Cup hopes.

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Tottenham midfielder close to exit after Super Cup omission

Yves Bissouma is close to sealing a Tottenham exit with a loan move to Galatasaray gaining pace after he was disciplined by new manager Thomas Frank.

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Akanji to make decision on Man City future amid Galatasaray bid

Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji is considering his future after Galatasaray matched the Premier League champions’ £15 million valuation ($20.1m). The Switzerland international, who played a key role in Pep Guardiola's side’s treble success, faces competition for game time as the Catalan tactician looks to trim his squad options before the transfer window closes.

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Pena to sign new Barcelona contract amid Como & Galatasaray interest

Barcelona are set to renew Inaki Pena’s deal before loaning him out, with Como, Galatasaray and Celta Vigo waiting on squad exits to move for him.

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Fenerbahce and Galatasaray eye Spurs' Bissouma

Yves Bissouma could be heading to Turkey with two clubs chasing the Tottenham midfielder, who appears surplus to requirements under Thomas Frank.

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Osimhen puts in personal transfer call to Man City star

Victor Osimhen reportedly made a personal phone call to a Manchester City star in a bid to help Galatasaray secure their third major summer signing. Galatasaray are have already lured Osimhen away from Napoli and Leroy Sane from Bayern Munich, and are now focused on adding a defender and a goalkeeper to their ranks before they register their squad for the upcoming Champions League campaign.

Frequently asked questions

Il Milan è nato nel 1889 con il nome di Milan Football and Cricket Club. La data non è certa, ma il club la fissa tradizionalmente nel 16 dicembre.

Paolo Scaroni, dirigente e banchiere italiano, è il presidente del Milan. Il proprietario del club rossonero è invece la società americana RedBird Capital Partners, fondata da Gerry Cardinale.

Lo stadio del Milan è chiamato Giuseppe Meazza in onore dell'attaccante dei primi del '900. L'impianto è denominato anche San Siro, in virtù della zona di Milano in cui si trova.

San Siro, o il Giuseppe Meazza di Milano, ha una capienza di 75.817 posti a sedere. Il Milan condivide lo stadio con i cugini dell'Inter.

Il Milan è la terza squadra per Scudetti vinti in Italia. Dietro Juventus (36) e Inter (20) c'è la società rossonera con 19, a un passo dalla seconda stella.

Il Milan è la squadra italiana con più Champions League vinte e la seconda in assoluto dietro al Real Madrid. I rossoneri hanno conquistato sette trofei nel corso della propria storia.

Il Milan ha vinto 31 trofei in Italia tra Scudetti, Supercoppa Italiana e Coppa Italia, oltre ad altri venti titoli in giro per il Mondo, di cui anche due Coppa delle Coppe. Il totale è dunque di 51 trofei.

Fondata da un gruppo di italiani ed inglesi a Milano, il club venne chiamato con il nome inglese della città, di fatto Milan. Per un periodo la squadra divenne Associazione Calcio Milano per volere fascista.

Herbert Kilpin, principale fondatore del Milan e primo allenatore, scelse il rosso per rappresentare il fuoco dei giocatori e il nero come paura degli avversari nell'affrontrare gli stessi.

Il Milan scelse i colori rosso e nero per creare una squadra di Diavoli in grado di mettere paura agli avversari. E così, tramite i colori ufficiali del club, arrivò anche il soprannome e il noto simbolo.

Lo svedese Gunnar Nordahl è il miglior marcatore nella storia del Milan con 221 goal. Il record del 'Pompiere' resiste dal 1956, anno in cui ha lasciato i rossoneri.

Paolo Maldini è il giocatore con più presenze in maglia Milan, ben 902. Il difensore rossonero è anche il più titolato, con 26 trofei nella sua lunga carriera

Oltre ad essere chiamato club rossonero in virtù dei colori, il Milan è soprannominato anche Il Diavolo. In alcune occasioni i suoi giocatori sono denominati anche Casciavìt.

Nereo Rocco è l'allenatore che ha il record di panchine alla guida del Milan, 459. Il 'Paron' ha guidato i rossoneri in tredici stagioni, vincendo anche due Champions League.

Nel ventesimo secolo i tifosi milanisti furono prevalentemente di estrazione proletaria: per questo motivo venivano chiamati casciavit - cacciaviti - per sottolineare l'origine popolare in contrapposizione ai fans dell'Inter, principalmente borghesi.

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