Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen marked his return from injury with an assist as Galatasaray defeated Kasimpasa 3-1 in an Istanbul derby to move to the top of the Turkish Super Lig table.
The Nigerian international, who had been sidelined for a month, made an immediate impact after coming off the bench to help the Turkish champions secure all three points.
Osimhen replaced Deniz Gul in the 77th minute after recovering from an injury sustained during another Istanbul derby against Istanbul Basaksehir.
The 27-year-old wasted little time in making his presence felt, providing the assist for Mario Lemina to score Galatasaray’s third goal deep into stoppage time and seal the 3-1 victory.
Osimhen Boosts Galatasaray With Impressive Return
Osimhen’s return represents a significant boost for Galatasaray as they continue their campaign in the Turkish Super Lig and prepare for crucial fixtures across competitions.
Despite his month-long absence, the Nigerian forward has maintained an impressive record this season, registering six goals and three assists in five Turkish Super Lig appearances for the Yellow and Reds.
His latest contribution further highlights his importance to the team, with his ability to score goals and create opportunities making him a key figure in Galatasaray’s attacking setup.
The striker’s successful return is also expected to strengthen the club’s attacking options ahead of their upcoming UEFA Champions League encounter against Barcelona next Tuesday.
Osimhen is tipped to challenge for a starting position in the European fixture, although the final decision will depend on his fitness and the coaching staff’s assessment.
Galatasaray Move to Top of Turkish Super Lig
The victory over Kasimpasa has propelled Galatasaray to the summit of the Turkish Super Lig table, providing a further boost to their domestic title ambitions.
Osimhen’s return to action comes at an important stage of the campaign, with Galatasaray seeking to maintain their momentum in the league while preparing for the demands of European football.
With the Nigerian striker back in contention and already contributing an assist, the Turkish giants will hope he can maintain his impressive form in the coming matches.
Attention will now turn to the Champions League clash against Barcelona, where Osimhen’s fitness and availability could be crucial to Galatasaray’s attacking plans.
