FC Liverpool vs. Galatasaray Istanbul in the Champions League: Live Broadcast and All Details
Galatasaray Istanbul faces FC Liverpool today in the Champions League. Here's where you can watch the crucial Round of 16 second leg live on TV and livestream.
On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, FC Liverpool will host Galatasaray Istanbul for the Champions League Round of 16 second leg. The match kicks off at 9:00 PM (CET) at the legendary Anfield Stadium in Liverpool.
Where to Watch FC Liverpool vs. Galatasaray Istanbul Live?
The exclusive broadcasting rights for Wednesday's Champions League matches remain with DAZN. Accordingly, the clash between FC Liverpool and Galatasaray Istanbul will be shown exclusively by this streaming service. David Ploch will provide commentary for the match, while Tom Kirsten will host the conference broadcast.
Viewers can access the broadcast via DAZN's linear TV channels as well as through its livestream. A valid, paid DAZN membership is required to watch.
Team Updates: Focus on Liverpool and Galatasaray
In the first leg of the Round of 16, FC Liverpool, similar to the group stage, suffered a narrow 0-1 defeat against Galatasaray. The decisive goal for Galatasaray came as early as the seventh minute: after a corner and an assist from Victor Osimhen, Mario Lemina headed in to make it 1-0. For FC Liverpool, Florian Wirtz returned directly to the starting lineup after recovering from back problems. The German international had two promising shots in the early stages but lacked precision in both situations.
Galatasaray, meanwhile, reinforced their strong form with a convincing 3-0 victory over Istanbul BB in the Süper Lig over the weekend. The Reds drew 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur.
Champions League Wednesday: Overview of Matches and Broadcasts
| Time | Match-up | Broadcast |
| 6:45 PM (CET) | Barcelona vs. Newcastle | DAZN |
| 9:00 PM (CET) | Tottenham vs. Atlético Madrid | DAZN |
| 9:00 PM (CET) | Bayern Munich vs. Atalanta | DAZN |
| 9:00 PM (CET) | Liverpool vs. Galatasaray | DAZN |
Key Information for the Champions League Second Leg: FC Liverpool vs. Galatasaray
- Competition: Champions League, Round of 16
- Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Kick-off: 9:00 PM (CET)
- Venue: Anfield Stadium (Liverpool)
- Broadcast: DAZN
Champions League 2025/26: The Tournament Tree Overview
| Round of 16 | Quarter-finals | Semi-finals | Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| R16-1: PSG vs. FC Chelsea | |||
| R16-2: Galatasaray vs. FC Liverpool | QF1: PSG or Chelsea vs. Galatasaray or Liverpool | ||
| R16-3: Real Madrid vs. Manchester City | SF1: Winner QF1 vs. Winner QF2 | ||
| R16-4: Atalanta Bergamo vs. FC Bayern Munich | QF2: Real or City vs. Atalanta or Bayern | F: Winner SF1 vs. Winner SF2 | |
| R16-5: Newcastle United vs. FC Barcelona | |||
| R16-6: Atletico Madrid vs. Tottenham Hotspur | QF3: Newcastle or Barcelona vs. Atletico or Tottenham | SF2: Winner QF3 vs. Winner QF4 | |
| R16-7: Bodö/Glimt vs. Sporting Lisbon | |||
| R16-8: Bayer Leverkusen vs. FC Arsenal | QF4: Bodö/Glimt or Sporting vs. Leverkusen or Arsenal |
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