Victor Osimhen delivered a commanding performance as Galatasaray secured a resounding 5-1 victory against Kayserispor in the Turkish Süper Lig.
The Nigerian striker’s two goals underscored his growing influence, taking his tally to nine goals in just 11 appearances this season.
The match, held at the Kadir Has Stadium on Sunday, December 22, marked the 17th round of the Turkish first-division championship.
Osimhen, starting in Galatasaray’s attack, wasted no time making an impact.
The 25-year-old opened the scoring in the fourth minute, confidently converting a penalty after earning a face-off victory against Kayserispor goalkeeper Onurcan Piri.
While Stéphane Bahoken equalized for the hosts in the 14th minute, Galatasaray quickly regained their lead when Kerem Yılmaz found the net in the 29th minute, ensuring a 2-1 advantage at halftime.
Returning from the break, Galatasaray maintained their attacking momentum.
Yunus Akgün extended the lead with a clinical finish, putting the visitors firmly in control.
Not content with his early contribution, Osimhen struck again in the 71st minute, completing his brace with a composed effort that left the Kayserispor defense helpless.
Kerem Yılmaz added his second goal of the match in the 87th minute, sealing a dominant performance for Galatasaray.
Osimhen’s exceptional display highlighted his pivotal role in the team’s success, with the Lagos-born striker now firmly established as one of the league’s standout performers this season.
Victor Osimhen is the best number nine in the world.
Real Madrid are sleeping on him. This guy would do a better job for the club than Mbappe.
pic.twitter.com/oOd44nWz6G— Seyi ‘Barrack Boy’ Alao (@alao_seyi) December 22, 2024
The victory consolidates Galatasaray’s position in the league standings, reaffirming their status as strong contenders in the Turkish Süper Lig.
For Osimhen, the match was another opportunity to demonstrate why he remains a key figure in Galatasaray’s offensive lineup, consistently delivering when it matters most.
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk praised the team’s cohesive effort, emphasizing the importance of such performances in their campaign.
Osimhen, meanwhile, continues to adapt seamlessly to his loan spell in Turkey, adding another chapter to his impressive career trajectory.
With nine goals already this season, Osimhen is proving to be an invaluable asset for Galatasaray, combining his lethal finishing with an unrelenting work ethic.
As the league progresses, fans will undoubtedly look to him to maintain his stellar form and propel the team towards greater success.
