Galatasaray's victory over Ajax in the European press

Galatasaray, who defeated Ajax 3-0 away in the Champions League with a hat-trick from Victor Osimhen, has started to climb the standings.

After four matches, the yellow-reds have managed to collect nine points, rising to the 9th position. Galatasaray is tied on points with PSG in 5th, Newcastle United in 6th, Real Madrid in 7th, and Liverpool in 8th, but is in 9th place due to goal difference. If they finish in the top eight, they will directly qualify for the Round of 16. If they end up in the top 24, they will play in the playoffs.

Galatasaray’s historic victory in Amsterdam caused great disappointment in the Dutch press, while it was greeted with enthusiasm in the European media. Here’s how it was reported:

BILD: A TEAM OF STARS

"Galatasaray is in the Champions League knockout stages. In Amsterdam, the Turkish stars’ team earned a 3-0 victory, securing their third consecutive win. With this 3-0 win, Galatasaray is in a strong position to reach the top eight in the Champions League – despite their 5-1 loss in the first match against Frankfurt. Ajax, however, has still not earned a point (1-14 goal difference) and has lost its chance to advance."

SPORT1: SANE'S MOVE INITIATED THE WIN

"Galatasaray continues to hope for a spot among the top eight teams after the group stage. On matchday four, the Turkish club defeated Ajax Amsterdam 3-0 (0-0) to secure their third victory, with Leroy Sané playing a key role in this success. Sané was one of Gala's standout players. He started in the first XI and created danger on the right wing. Unlike his offensive teammates, Sané was not substituted early and played the full match."

NOS: A QUALITY NOT SEEN IN A LONG TIME

"Still zero points: Ajax was also defeated by Galatasaray in the Champions League. The Germans Leroy Sané, former Ajax player Davinson Sanchez, and Uruguay's Lucas Torreira featured in 'Gala,' showing a level of quality not seen in Amsterdam for a long time."

LIGA BLATT: OSIMHEN DESTROYS AJAX

"Galatasaray achieved another important victory in the Champions League. The record Turkish champions defeated Ajax Amsterdam 3-0 (0-0) in their fourth group match, placing them in an excellent position for the Round of 16. The star of the match was Osimhen, who scored all the goals."

DE TELEGRAAF: AMSTERDAMERS CRUSHED

"Ajax sank deeper into the swamp: Galatasaray crushed the Amsterdam team in the Champions League," the headline read. Masked Osimhen showed why Galatasaray paid 75 million Euros for him last summer."

AD: THE STRIKER WHO DOESN'T CARE ABOUT DOUBLE MARKING

"Ajax and coach John Heitinga’s Champions League woes continue. They held on for almost an hour against Galatasaray but suffered another crushing defeat thanks to the legendary Victor Osimhen. Even in the first quarter of the match, it was easy to understand why Galatasaray paid around 135 million Euros for Osimhen, including the transfer fee and salary. He is one of Europe’s best strikers, a forward who doesn’t care about double marking. With his endless energy, Osimhen is carrying Galatasaray not only in Turkey but also in Europe. Osimhen, who couldn't play in Galatasaray's first loss, scored 6 goals in the next three matches, taking his team to the verge of the playoffs."

SO FOOT: MR. OSIMHEN

"This was undoubtedly one of the best individual performances of the night. It was a success for Victor Osimhen, who continues to score goals for Galatasaray. Osimhen, who scored three more goals on Wednesday night, sealed Galatasaray's victory in their 3-0 (0-3) win over Ajax, who finished the group stage at the bottom with zero points."

L'EQUIPE: HISTORIC SUCCESS

"This victory represents a historic achievement for Galatasaray, as the Turkish club had never won against a Dutch team in European competitions before. After losing 3-0 to PSV Eindhoven in the 1987-1988 season in a Champions League match, Galatasaray had not won in their 7 visits to Holland (6 losses, 1 draw). The only exception was a 1-1 draw against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League last season, but Galatasaray had never won before."

AS: DESTROYED

"The Nigerian player’s three goals obliterated Ajax. The striker scored the first goal with a header and converted two penalties to become the top scorer in the Champions League. Heitinga’s students are in despair."

MARCA: OSIMHEN LEAVES AJAX WITH ZERO POINTS

"Galatasaray defeated Ajax 3-0 at Johan Cruyff Arena, with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen scoring a hat-trick to win the match almost single-handedly. The Turkish team capitalized on their opponents' mistakes and played excellent football to claim a vital victory in their battle for progress in the Champions League. Ajax, on the other hand, continues to sink deeper into crisis."