Victor Osimhen once again played a pivotal role in Galatasaray’s title pursuit, scoring a crucial goal early in the second half to secure a 2-0 victory over Samsunspor.
The Nigerian strikers composed finish, just 60 seconds after the restart, ensured that the Turkish giants continued their march toward Süper Lig glory.
After the match, Osimhen reflected on his performance, saying, “I’m happy with the goal, but most importantly, we got the win. We know the importance of every match right now, and I’m just focused on helping my team win.”
With the win, Galatasaray remains firmly in the race for their 24th league title, maintaining their position at the top of the table.
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Osimhen’s goal not only extended his impressive form this season—now boasting 29 goals and six assists across all competitions—but also reaffirmed his importance in the team’s quest for the coveted fifth star on their badge.
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Reflecting on the team’s performance, Osimhen added, “We had a slow first half, but we knew we needed to come out stronger after the break. I’m happy with how we responded, and now we just have to keep pushing forward.”
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After a first half where the team struggled to break down their opponents, Osimhen’s timely strike provided the spark that Galatasaray needed. The goal came after a more measured second-half approach, with the team controlling the game and sealing the win.
As the Süper Lig title race intensifies, Osimhen’s contributions will be crucial in helping Galatasaray cross the finish line. “We have the quality to win every match,” Osimhen said.
“It won’t be easy, but I’m confident in my teammates. We’re ready to fight until the end.”
