A goal from Suat Kaya saw Galatasary thrill their fans at the Ali Sami Yen stadium and send the UEFA Cup holders to the top of their Champions League group.
Gala are now very well placed to make the quarter finals and Kaya's early goal settled a nervous performance from the Turkish champions.
The 11th minute shot dipped under the crossbar from near the edge of the penalty area but then Deportivo took control of most of this match.
Diego Tristan had the goal in his sights in the 41st minute when Claudio Taffarel advanced from the home goal but did not stop the striker who took aim but failed to hit the target in the best chance of the night for the Liga champions.
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