Victor Osimhen was the hero for Galatasaray, scoring twice to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Rizespor on Monday night. Returning from a missed Europa League outing, the Nigerian striker played a pivotal role, leading his team to three crucial points in the Turkish Super Lig.
After the match, Osimhen expressed his gratitude toward his teammates and the fans, emphasizing the team’s resilience.
“It was a very important and tough match. We deserved the win, and I want to congratulate the whole team and thank our amazing fans. Their support gave us great morale, and we will keep pushing to continue our winning streak,” Osimhen said.
A heartwarming moment occurred when Galatasaray’s captain, Fernando Muslera, donned Osimhen’s signature face mask to celebrate the victory. Osimhen, touched by the gesture, shared his appreciation for Muslera’s leadership both on and off the field.
“I gave my mask to celebrate with the fans, and when I returned, I saw Muslera already wearing it. He’s not just a fantastic captain but also an incredible person who played a key role in our success tonight,” Osimhen added.
This win boosts Galatasaray’s position at the top of the Super Lig, now six points clear of José Mourinho’s Fenerbahce. Osimhen, on loan from Napoli, continues to impress, having scored 14 goals and provided four assists in just 18 league matches.
Looking ahead, Osimhen is focused on Galatasaray’s upcoming Europa League clash with AZ Alkmaar, as they hope to overturn a 4-1 deficit in the second leg.
