Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen and his Galatasaray teammates secured another hard-fought win, this time against a determined Bodrumspor side, to maintain their exceptional start to the Turkish Süper Lig season.
Galatasaray entered the contest as firm favourites, but the match proved to be anything but straightforward.
Despite playing the entire second half with a numerical advantage following a Bodrumspor red card, the Istanbul heavyweights had to dig deep to claim the victory.
Osimhen, ever the attacking threat, came close on multiple occasions but was unable to find the back of the net.
Ultimately, it was Belgian striker Michy Batshuayi who broke the deadlock, showcasing his predatory instincts. Batshuayi connected perfectly with a precise cross from compatriot Dries Mertens, calmly guiding the ball past Bodrumspor’s Portuguese goalkeeper Diogo Sousa.
Sousa, who delivered a standout performance, made several remarkable saves to keep the scoreline tight, frustrating Galatasaray’s efforts to extend their lead. Wasteful finishing from the home side also played a part in the narrow 1-0 result.
While the win wasn’t a commanding one, it was enough to solidify Galatasaray’s position at the top of the Süper Lig table.
The significance of this victory extended beyond the pitch as the club etched its name into the history books.
According to Nexus Sports, Galatasaray’s triumph made them the first team in Turkish Süper Lig history to amass 34 points within the first 12 matches of a season—a remarkable achievement that underscores Coach Okan Buruk’s tactical brilliance and the team’s consistency.
As the season progresses, Galatasaray will look to carry their domestic dominance into European competition.
Up next is a critical UEFA Europa League fixture against Dutch side AZ Alkmaar. The club will be counting on Osimhen, their star striker, to rise to the occasion and deliver in the high-stakes encounter.
Despite lingering speculation about his future at the club, the Nigerian international has been pivotal, contributing to 11 goals so far this season, as noted by FotMob.
With Galatasaray aiming to extend their impressive form across all competitions, the spotlight remains firmly on Osimhen and his ability to spearhead their attack during this pivotal stretch of the campaign.
