Osimhen strikes 10th goal as Galatasaray edge Goztepe in thrilling clash
Osimhen celebrates goal with teammate
Published By: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen showcased his brilliance once again as he notched his 10th goal of the season to help Galatasaray secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Goztepe in the Turkish Super League on Saturday.
The match kicked off with high energy, and Galatasaray wasted no time asserting dominance.
In the 10th minute, Osimhen converted a penalty with trademark composure, sending goalkeeper Mateusz Lis the wrong way to put the hosts ahead. The early lead set the tone for a fiercely contested game.
Goztepe responded in the 27th minute when Romulo delivered a stunning equaliser, weaving through Galatasaray’s defence before rifling a shot off the left post and into the net, leaving Fernando Muslera rooted to the spot.
The second half saw relentless action, with both sides battling for supremacy. In the 61st minute, Yunus Akgun restored Galatasaray’s lead, expertly finishing from inside the box after a well-placed pass by Dries Mertens.
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The home side’s teamwork and sharp passing proved decisive, as they held off Goztepe’s late attempts to equalise.
Osimhen, a constant thorn in Goztepe’s defence, was substituted in the 87th minute to a standing ovation, underscoring his pivotal role in Galatasaray’s campaign.
The match ended after 11 minutes of added time, with Galatasaray clinching three crucial points to maintain their strong league standing.
