Galatasaray has unveiled its 2026 pre‑season schedule; the first friendly takes place on July 24 at Austria’s Raiffeisen Arena against AC Monza. The club currently sits 1st in the Süper Lig with 77 points, leading the table and sitting three points clear of Fenerbahçe.

When and where are the pre‑season games?

The opening match is set for Friday, July 24 at 21:00 CET in the Raiffeisen Arena. The second fixture follows on Monday, July 27 at the same time at Hofmann Personal Stadium against Venezia FC. The final friendly is scheduled for Saturday, August 8 at 21:00 CET in Istanbul’s RAMS Park versus Villarreal CF.

Who are the opponents and what to expect?

Italian side AC Monza is an emerging Serie A club known for its youthful squad. Venezia FC brings a historic pedigree and will test Galatasaray’s defensive shape. Villarreal, a La Liga team with high possession rates, offers a chance to gauge the Turkish side’s attacking patterns.

Why does the Austria camp matter?

Located in Windischgarsten, the camp’s altitude and modern facilities aim to boost fitness. Coach Okan Buruk said, “Training in this setting will give our players a big physical and tactical edge.” Three friendly matches will be played during the stay, allowing the coaching staff to trial new systems.

How is the team’s current form and league standing?

Galatasaray’s recent five‑game run reads 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses, with the latest setback a 1‑0 defeat to Kasımpaşa on May 17, 2026. The season tally stands at 77 goals scored, 30 conceded and a +47 goal difference, keeping them atop the table. These preparatory games are seen as a vital step to maintain the lead and chase European ambitions.