Liverpool vs Galatasaray kicks off at 4:00 AM Malaysian time (GMT+8) on Thursday, 19 March 2026, at Anfield. The match is live on beIN Sports 3, available via Sooka for CelcomDigi subscribers. Liverpool must overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit to advance to the quarter-finals.
It's a must-win at Anfield. Liverpool lost 1-0 to Galatasaray in Istanbul last week — a result that's put their entire UCL campaign on the line. Arne Slot's men need a win tonight and there's no other way to put it. The Kop will be rocking.
The match is broadcast on beIN Sports 3 (Astro Channel 820), and you can stream it through Sooka — available to CelcomDigi subscribers via StreamMORE, SpeedSTREAM, or Mega Add-Ons. Note: Galatasaray fans are banned from attending this match following crowd disturbances in the previous round.
Malaysian fans can watch Liverpool vs Galatasaray live on beIN Sports 3 via Astro (Ch 820) or stream on Sooka. CelcomDigi subscribers can access Sooka through Mega Add-Ons from RM8.90/month, StreamMORE (1st month FREE), or SpeedSTREAM for prepaid users.
Here's a quick breakdown of your options:
| Platform | Channel | Starting price |
|---|---|---|
| Astro (TV) | beIN Sports 3 (Ch 820) | Sports Pack required |
| Sooka (Streaming) | beIN Sports 3 | Via CelcomDigi add-ons |
| beIN Sports Connect | beIN Sports 3 | Direct subscription |
| Add-On | Best for | Key perk |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Add-Ons | Postpaid users | From RM8.90/month, 12-month bundle |
| StreamMORE | Postpaid & Prepaid | 1st month FREE + bonus data |
| SpeedSTREAM | Prepaid users | Unlimited streaming data |
Galatasaray won 1-0 at RAMS Park in Istanbul on 10 March, with Victor Osimhen converting a penalty to hand Liverpool a shock defeat. Liverpool played without first-choice keeper Alisson Becker (who missed due to a training injury) but still created chances. It was a bitter result for Arne Slot's side.
Liverpool were kept at arm's length by a disciplined Galatasaray side who were happy to absorb pressure and hit on the counter. Osimhen's penalty was the difference on the night and now Liverpool head into Anfield as the team that needs to score.
The Galatasaray fans are banned from travelling to Anfield for the second leg, following crowd disturbances in their previous round. That means the atmosphere will be entirely with Liverpool — which could be the difference on a big European night.
Liverpool need to win by any margin at Anfield to progress. Any Liverpool win in 90 minutes sends them through. A draw in 90 mins forces extra time. A Galatasaray win or 0-0 draw eliminates Liverpool.
| Scenario | Result needed | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool through in 90 mins | Win by any scoreline | Liverpool advance to QF ✅ |
| Extra time | Any draw (1-1, 2-2 etc.) | 30 mins extra time, then penalties |
| Galatasaray through | 0-0 draw OR Galatasaray win | Galatasaray advance to QF ✅ |
Good news: Alisson is expected to return in goal after missing the first leg with a training ground knock. Florian Wirtz is also back in full training after a back injury, and Dominik Szoboszlai should slot back into midfield. Mohamed Salah leads the attack.
The bad news is a lengthy absentee list. Conor Bradley (knee), Alexander Isak (leg), Wataru Endo (ankle), and Giovanni Leoni (knee) are all out for the season or long-term. Federico Chiesa remains doubtful. But the expected starting XI is still a strong one.
Okan Buruk has a near-fully fit squad. Victor Osimhen leads the attack and will be the major danger man after his first-leg penalty. Noa Lang provides creativity from wide areas, and the midfield pairing of Lucas Torreira and Mario Lemina gives them solid defensive shape.
Salah needs to be at his world-class best tonight — Liverpool need goals and he is the man to deliver them. On the other side, Osimhen is a nightmare to contain, and if Galatasaray can land a sucker-punch counter-attack goal, it could be game over for the Reds.
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Anfield is Liverpool's fortress in Europe. With Salah, Wirtz, and the roar of the Kop behind them, this is a completely different Liverpool from the one that trudged out of Istanbul. They've won nine of their last 11 away European fixtures — at home, they should be even better. Liverpool to advance, but it won't be easy.
Galatasaray are compact, physical, and have nothing to lose. Osimhen is a constant danger and the Turkish side know that one away goal could make things very complicated for Liverpool.
Score prediction: Liverpool 2–0 Galatasaray (Liverpool advance 2–1 on aggregate)
Liverpool vs Galatasaray kicks off at 4:00 AM Malaysian time (GMT+8) on Thursday, 19 March 2026.
Watch it live on beIN Sports 3 (Astro Channel 820) or stream on Sooka via CelcomDigi through Mega Add-Ons, StreamMORE, or SpeedSTREAM.
Galatasaray won the first leg 1-0 in Istanbul on 10 March. Victor Osimhen scored the only goal from the penalty spot.
Alisson is expected to return in goal after missing the first leg with a training knock. Giorgi Mamardashvili deputised in Istanbul.
Galatasaray fans are banned from travelling to Anfield due to crowd disturbances during their previous Champions League round against Juventus.
This is a huge night for Liverpool and their fans. Anfield under the lights in Europe is one of football's special settings.
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