Sporting will host Galatasaray in their Champions League debut, a match that marks Rafael Leão's return to Alvalade. The Portuguese striker, who stood out for Sporting before moving to Milan, will face his former team for the first time since leaving the lions.
The article presents a vote to readers to elect the starting XI that Sporting should use in this European clash. This is a common tradition on sports websites to involve fans in the discussion about the best tactical option for the match.
The game against Galatasaray represents the start of Sporting's campaign in the Champions League this season, a competition where the lions look to make a good impression after a positive last season. The Portuguese team is in good form and wants to start the European competition with a home victory.
Rafael Leão, who left Sporting for around 69 million euros, has become one of the most valuable players in European football and his return to Alvalade promises to be one of the most anticipated moments of the night, both for Sporting fans and for the player himself.
