Galatasaray’s Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, delivered a stellar performance on Sunday, scoring his 31st goal of the season as his side cruised to a dominant 5-1 victory over Eyupspor in the Turkish Super Lig.
The 26-year-old’s display of skill and leadership was the highlight of the match, silencing critics who had questioned his move to Istanbul.
From the outset, Osimhen showcased his attacking prowess, playing a key role in Galatasaray’s opening goal. In the 14th minute, he delivered an exquisite assist to Roland Sallai, whose shot found the back of the net, giving the visitors an early 1-0 lead.
It was clear that the Super Eagles striker was determined to prove his critics wrong, demonstrating the quality that has made him one of Europe’s most sought-after forwards.
After halftime, Osimhen continued to shine. In the 58th minute, he turned provider once again, setting up Lucas Torreira for a well-taken goal that doubled Galatasaray’s advantage.
The assist further cemented his role as not just a goal-scorer, but also a creative force in the attacking third.
The game was effectively put to bed in the 71st minute, when Osimhen scored his 22nd Super Lig goal of the season. After a well-timed pass, the Nigerian striker showed his trademark composure to slot the ball past Eyupspor’s goalkeeper, making it 3-0.
With this goal, Osimhen all but secured the three points for his side, who continued to dominate proceedings.
Not to be outdone, Spanish striker Alvaro Morata, who had been introduced as a substitute, added a brace late in the game. Morata’s quickfire double in the 78th and 81st minutes sealed the victory for Galatasaray, further underlining their superiority in the match.
Eyupspor, despite being well beaten, managed to pull one back in the 84th minute. Brazilian defender Luccas Claro scored a consolation goal, but it was little more than a brief setback for Galatasaray, whose players celebrated their commanding performance.
Osimhen’s contribution, with a goal and two assists, extended his impressive tally for the season to 31 goals in all competitions, with 22 of those goals coming in the Super Lig. His performances have been instrumental in Galatasaray’s strong campaign, as they continue to lead the league.
Osimhen’s form has silenced any doubts surrounding his move to Turkey after a summer of speculation. His combination of strength, speed, and finishing ability has made him a key player for Galatasaray and one of the league’s most dangerous forwards.
As the season progresses, Osimhen’s continued excellence will be crucial in Galatasaray’s pursuit of domestic and European success.
With the victory, Galatasaray remains at the top of the Super Lig, and Osimhen’s remarkable season shows no signs of slowing down.
His performance on Sunday was a reminder of his world-class ability, and fans will be eager to see what he accomplishes next in what is shaping up to be a spectacular campaign.
