Galatasaray continued its undefeated streak by drawing 1-1 with the Dutch team AZ Alkmaar, which it hosted in the UEFA Europa League. AZ Alkmaar – Galatasaray match received wide coverage in the Dutch press.
Algemeen Dagblad: Despite a dream start, AZ had to settle for a point against Galatasaray. AZ will remember the match against Turkish champion Galatasaray with a bad taste in their mouth. AZ players realized that more could be achieved against quality opposition with big names. Great opportunities could not be taken in the first half. Alkmaar was under great pressure in the last minutes.
NOS: AZ drew 1-1 with Galatasaray, one of the strong teams of the Europa League. Alkmaar took an early lead in their home stadium and played well at times. However, considering Galatasaray’s luck, a draw is not a bad result.
NOT: AZ made a quick start against Galatasaray, scoring points and continuing to give hope in Europe. AZ defeated Fenerbahçe 3-1 three weeks ago. Even though the draw against Galatasaray was not that great, it gives hope to Alkmaar.
De Volkskrant: AZ spoiled its fans with its brave play against Galatasaray. Turkish football was put into place by relatively modest AZ in just a few weeks. Fenerbahçe won 3-1 and drew with Galatasaray. AZ can be proud of this. In addition to the lightning-quick goal that came in less than a minute and a half, Alkmaar’s pace left Galatasaray facing major problems.
Veotball Scoop: AZ fought for a point against Galatasaray. AZ got its seventh point in the Europa League. Just like Fenerbahçe, Turkey’s leader Galatasaray could not win at AFAS Stadium.
The Telegraph: AZ held out and held top Turkish team Galatasaray to a draw. Galatasaray performed much better than Fenerbahçe, but Turkey’s leader could not bring Alkmaar to its knees.
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