In case you missed it, Victor Osimhen and Mauro Icardi both found the back of the net as Galatasaray extended their lead in the league. The team’s strong performance further solidifies their position at the top of the standings, showcasing their attacking prowess and determination in the current season.
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen made a significant impact in Galatasaray’s 3-0 victory over Antalyaspor on Saturday. After recovering from injury, Osimhen was substituted for Yunus Akgün in the 78th minute to roaring applause from the fans.
Galatasaray had already taken control of the match thanks to Mauro Icardi, who netted twice earlier, securing his brace. Osimhen, on loan from Napoli, had previously been sidelined due to injury during a dramatic 3-3 draw against Kasimpasa, where he scored twice in just eight minutes, marking a strong return to form after a brief goal drought.
Last Saturday, PUNCH Online reported that Victor Osimhen had begun solo training as he worked towards recovery. During the international break, Galatasaray shared a 1.52-second video showing Osimhen engaged in a solo training session, offering hope for his return to the squad.
A post on the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account stated, “Victor Osimhen worked separately from the team within the scope of a special programme prepared for him.” This update indicated that Osimhen was making progress in his rehabilitation and aimed to return to full training soon.
Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen wasted no time proving his worth, sealing Galatasaray’s dominance with a late goal just moments before the final whistle in the 92nd minute. The striker executed a stunning overhead scissors kick from a free kick taken by Hakim Ziyech, adding a thrilling climax to the game.
His comeback showcased that he showed no signs of rust, immediately regaining his sharp form. Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk expressed his delight with Osimhen’s return, emphasizing the player’s importance to the team. This goal, in his first match back, solidified Osimhen’s status as a key player for Galatasaray, much to the delight of supporters.
With this victory, Galatasaray moved to 25 points from nine games played, topping the league table. According to PUNCH Online, the club will host Istanbul rivals Beşiktaş in their next league match on Monday, October 28, and will face IF Elfsborg in the Europa League on Wednesday.
