Junior Olaitan scores first league goal of season as Besiktas beat Basaksehir

Four days after making an impact in the Europa League against Crystal Palace, Junior Olaitan continued his impressive run of form by scoring his first league goal of the season for Besiktas.

The Benin international struck as Besiktas secured a 2-0 victory over Basaksehir on Saturday in the ninth round of the Turkish league.

Olaitan, who has already shown his influence in European competition, added a decisive contribution in domestic football as his side claimed an important win. The attacking midfielder has maintained his momentum since arriving at the centre of attention for his performances with the Black Eagles.

His latest goal takes his record for the season to two goals and seven assists in 17 matches in all competitions.

Those figures underline Olaitan’s growing importance to Besiktas and his ability to influence matches through both scoring and creating goals.

Within the space of four days, the Benin international has delivered another reminder of his attacking quality. His recent performances suggest he is ready to play a significant role in Besiktas’s campaign.