Victor Osimhen was the hero for Galatasaray on Monday night, scoring twice in their 2-1 victory over Rizespor at the Caykur Didi Stadium.
The Nigerian striker’s brace helped maintain his team’s strong position at the top of the Turkish Super Lig.
The match saw both sides fail to find the back of the net in the first half, despite a number of promising chances for each team.
However, Osimhen broke the deadlock in the 47th minute, putting Galatasaray ahead shortly after the restart.
Rizespor responded quickly, with Gambian international Ali Sowe drawing the hosts level just seven minutes later, leveling the score at 1-1.
The game remained tightly contested, with both teams pushing for a decisive goal.
As the match neared its conclusion, Osimhen struck again, netting his second goal of the night in the 86th minute.
His timely finish proved to be the match-winner, securing all three points for Galatasaray in a dramatic finale.
Osimhen’s performance capped off a strong individual display, with the striker playing the full 90 minutes and contributing significantly to his team’s success.
The 25-year-old has been in excellent form this season, having scored 12 goals in 18 league appearances for Galatasaray, further cementing his reputation as one of the league’s top attackers.
With the win, Galatasaray extended their lead at the top of the Super Lig standings, now holding 63 points from 23 matches.
The result leaves them in a strong position as they continue their pursuit of the league title.
