Victor Osimhen’s impact was felt once again as he scored for Galatasaray in their thrilling 2-1 victory over archrivals Besiktas at Rams Park.
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This win adds to Osimhen’s recent form, as the Super Eagles star had already scored in Galatasaray’s previous Turkish Super Lig match. The 25-year-old striker returned with high expectations, looking to make his mark in this intense Istanbul derby.
Galatasaray took control early, pressing from the outset and showing their superiority. Within the first 13 minutes, Davinson Sanchez opened the scoring with a well-placed header, giving the Lions an early advantage.
After taking the lead, Galatasaray eased their attack, allowing Besiktas to press forward. Despite this, they managed to carry the lead into halftime, setting up an exciting second half for the home fans.