Unstoppable Victor Osimhen steals late win for Galatasaray at Alanyaspor

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored the winning goal for Galatasaray in their hard-fought 2-1 win over Alanyaspor at the GAIN Park Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports.

Osimhen has been in hot form since joining Galatasaray during the last summer transfer window, and he continued with his exploits on Sunday.

With Fenerbahce breathing down their necks, Galatasaray desperately needed to get a win when they traveled to GAIN Park for their Super Lig game against Alanyaspor.

Coach Orkan Buruk maintained his trust in Osimhen, using the 25-year-old hitman as the focal point of his attack.

Beating Alanyaspor was never going to be an easy task for the Turkish champions. The home side jumped into the lead in the 23rd minute, courtesy of a striker from Tonny Vilhena.

Galatasaray dominated the first half, but they just failed to create clear-cut opportunities. However. They picked up the pace in the second half.

Galatasaray equalized in the 51st minute, courtesy of an own goal from Alanyaspor defender Fidan Aliti.

Then, 11 minutes later, Osimhen rose to the occasion as always. The former Lille man jumped highest to connect with a cross and sent a powerful header into the net to make it 2-1.

Osimhen had another chance in the 69th minute, but his strike from inside the area was saved by the Alanyaspor goalkeeper Mahmut Ertugrul Taskiran.

The Nigerian striker had another opportunity in the 86th minute after a brilliant mazy run. But his finish just went whiskers wide.

More to follow…

Kelvin Omachonu

Kelvin Omachonu is a writer with many years of experience covering sports events in Nigeria and abroad. He is fueled by his love for the job, and is dedicated to delivering captivating stories.

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