Galatasaray aims to solidify their position at the top of the Super Lig as they host arch-rivals Fenerbahce at RAMS Park for Monday's Intercontinental derby. Currently, Okan Buruk's team sits second in the league with 19 points from eight matches, leading Fenerbahce by three points, who are in third place and have won their last three league encounters. The reigning champions have enjoyed a robust start to their title defense, claiming six victories in their first eight league games (D1, L1). Their most recent domestic match concluded with a narrow 1-0 win against Genclerbirligi, courtesy of a late goal from new signing Deniz Gul. Following that victory, Galatasaray secured a commendable 4-2 win over Lille in the Champions League, bouncing back from a 4-1 loss to Barcelona just a week prior, marking their first success in the league phase after three continental matches. In their domestic campaign, the champions are looking to achieve three consecutive league wins for the second time this season, having previously triumphed 3-1 over Kasimpasa on October 9 after their only league defeat to date, a 4-0 loss against Trabzonspor. While Galatasaray may not have the league's most potent offense, their average of over two goals per game in eight Super Lig matches places them sixth in the scoring rankings. However, they have conceded 11 goals, indicating a need for defensive improvement. Despite this, they can take solace in their impressive home form, remaining unbeaten in their last 39 Super Lig matches at RAMS Park, with 31 wins and eight draws. Fenerbahce was the last team to secure a league victory there, winning 1-0 in May 2024. On the other hand, Fenerbahce arrives at this derby riding a three-match winning streak in the league, having netted 14 goals in dominant wins against Eyupspor (8-0), Rizespor (3-0), and Alanyaspor (3-0), while maintaining clean sheets in their last four league games.