Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen made his debut for Galatasaray in a dominant 5-0 victory over Rizespor in the Turkish Super Lig. Despite an impressive performance, Osimhen was unfortunate not to find the back of the net.
Osimhen, who is on a season-long loan from Napoli, started the game at Rams Park, where fans were eager to witness their new star in action. Galatasaray took control of the match early on, with Davinson Sanchez scoring just three minutes in.
Osimhen came close to adding a second goal in the 15th minute with a powerful header, but the ball was ultimately touched in by teammate Abdulkerim Bardakci, leaving Osimhen with the assist.
Galatasaray continued their attacking dominance, with further goals from Gabriel Sara, Dries Mertens, and Kaan Ayhan securing the 5-0 victory. Osimhen had seven attempts on goal throughout the match but was unable to score on his debut. He will be looking to open his account in Galatasaray’s next match against Gaziantep.
Editorial
Victor Osimhen’s debut for Galatasaray may not have resulted in a goal, but it was a clear demonstration of the striker’s attacking threat and work rate. His presence on the pitch added dynamism to Galatasaray’s offence, and while he was unable to score, his involvement in the game was undeniable.
Osimhen’s near miss in the 15th minute showed his aerial ability, and though his teammate Abdulkerim Bardakci got the final touch, it was Osimhen’s attacking instincts that created the opportunity. The fact that he had seven attempts on goal highlights his relentless pursuit of a debut goal, which fans will be expecting soon.
The 5-0 thrashing of Rizespor further reinforces Galatasaray’s status as a dominant force in the Turkish Super Lig. The team has already demonstrated they can provide Osimhen with the service needed to score, and it’s only a matter of time before the Nigerian star finds the net.
For Galatasaray, Osimhen’s signing adds considerable firepower to a squad aiming for domestic and European success. As he continues to adjust to his new team, his goal scoring abilities will surely come to the fore, and his next match may offer the perfect opportunity to get off the mark.
Did You Know?
- Victor Osimhen became Napoli’s record signing in 2020 for a fee of around €70 million.
- Galatasaray has won the Turkish Super Lig a record 23 times.
- Osimhen has played in three different European leagues: France Lille, Italy Napoli, and now Turkey Galatasaray.
- Galatasaray’s Rams Park is one of the largest football stadiums in Turkey, with a capacity of over 52,000.
- The Turkish Super Lig is known for attracting top talent from around the world, with stars like Didier Drogba and Wesley Sneijder having played for Galatasaray.
