Galatasaray will step onto the field on July 24 at Austria’s Raiffeisen Arena to face AC Monza as part of its 2023‑2024 pre‑season preparation. The red‑yellow side will then meet Venezia FC at Hofmann Personal Stadion on Monday, July 27, and wrap up the camp with a final friendly against Villarreal CF at RAMS Park on Saturday, August 8.

Which schedule and opponents are set?

The club will hold a training camp in the Windischgarsten region from July 23‑29, arranging three preparatory matches. The first clash on July 24 will be against AC Monza at Raiffeisen Arena; the second on July 27 will see Galatasaray take on Venezia FC at Hofmann Personal Stadion. The third and final friendly is scheduled for August 8, 21:00, at RAMS Park versus Villarreal CF. Further details will be released in the coming days.

Why are these preparations vital?

The team currently sits first in the Süper Lig with 77 points, boasting 24 wins, 5 draws and 5 losses (recent form LWLWW). They have scored 77 goals and conceded 30, giving a +47 goal difference, and remain three points ahead of Fenerbahçe. This consistency makes the pre‑season fixtures essential for testing tactical cohesion and fitness. Moreover, a recent 1‑0 defeat to Kasımpaşa on May 17, 2026, highlights defensive areas that need attention.

Who will be on the pitch?

Head coach Okan Buruk views the matches as a chance to balance the squad and integrate new signings. Young winger Kerem Aktürkoğlu and midfield stalwart Arda Turan are expected to assume greater responsibilities during the friendlies. Opponents Monza and Venezia, hailing from different European leagues, will challenge Galatasaray’s tactical variety.

What comes next?

After the Austrian camp, the club will finish its pre‑season training in Istanbul. Fans are eagerly awaiting the official squad announcement that will follow the Villarreal match on August 8. This phase will solidify the roster after the transfer window and underpin the club’s ambitious league goals.

Galatasaray is using its three Austrian friendlies to fine‑tune its form ahead of the new campaign. The team’s current league lead and goal statistics make the outcomes of these matches even more significant. With supporters expected to turn out in force, the fixtures will set the tone for the upcoming season.