How Noa Lang avenged himself in Galatasaray’s 5-2 drubbing of Juventus

Noa Lang has enjoyed a night of total redemption on the European stage, serving as the primary architect behind Galatasaray’s dominant 5-2 victory over Juventus.

The Dutch attacker, currently on loan in Istanbul from Napoli, delivered a masterclass performance by netting a crucial brace. His display was more than just a contribution to a win. It felt like a statement of intent against Italian opposition. While he remains property of the Partenopei, Galatasaray hold a definitive option to sign him permanently, and his recent form suggests the Turkish giants will be eager to trigger that clause.

The performance also served as a clear message to those back in Naples. Lang famously endured a strange and difficult relationship with Antonio Conte, whose tactical demands and rigid approach eventually led to the player being sidelined and sent out on loan. The Dutchman made those issues public in the past and also suggested after the win on Tuesday that he wants to feel loved by his clubs.

At a time when Napoli have already been eliminated from the Champions League, Lang has effectively pushed their biggest domestic rivals to the brink of exit as well. By proving himself on the biggest stage, the winger has shown that while he may have been rejected by Conte, he remains a vertical and lethal force capable of deciding elite fixtures.