Sporting beat Galatasaray 3-1 at the Estádio de Alvalade, in a match for the Lions' debut in the Champions League league phase. The Portuguese team conceded the first goal of the match, but managed to come from behind.
The standout of the match goes to Zalazar, who scored a direct free kick goal. The forward was fundamental in the Lisbon team's recovery during the second half of the game.
With this victory, Sporting earns the first three points in the newly created Champions League league phase. The format replaces the traditional groups and promises more highly challenging fixtures for the participating teams.
