Galatasaray 0:2 Monza — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Patrick Cutrone scored and assisted as Monza beat Galatasaray 2-0 in a Club Friendly, with goalkeeper Günay Güvenç earning a 7.8 rating despite defeat; the result sends Monza into a fixture against Aris Thessaloniki on 30 July.

Andrea Carboni headed in Cutrone's cross on 23 minutes to put Monza ahead, before Cutrone swept home from close range early in the second half on 49 minutes after a defensive lapse. Arvid Brorsson was booked for a late challenge on 69 minutes, but Monza's two-goal cushion never looked threatened as Galatasaray failed to find a way through.

Monza controlled the first half with nine shots to Galatasaray's three, though the Turkish side improved after the break with nine attempts of their own and 58 percent possession; overall Monza edged the shot count 14-12 and corners 6-4. Güvenç was the standout with a 7.8 rating as Galatasaray's goalkeeper, keeping the scoreline respectable. Monza now face Aris Thessaloniki in their next friendly.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Galatasaray vs Monza?

Galatasaray 0-2 Monza (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Andrea Carboni (23', assist Patrick Cutrone) for Monza; Patrick Cutrone (49') for Monza.

Were there any cards in Galatasaray vs Monza?

Yellow cards: Arvid Brorsson (Monza).

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