Osimhen Returns but Galatasaray Falls in Turkish Cup

Victor Osimhen made his return from injury as Galatasaray faced Gençlerbirliği in the quarter-finals of the Turkish Cup, but the defending champions were eliminated following a 2-0 defeat. Osimhen had been sidelined for several weeks due to an arm injury and was introduced late in the match, specifically in the 78th minute, replacing Renato Nhaga.

Despite his return, Galatasaray could not change the outcome of the match. Gençlerbirliği took the lead early in the second half when F.

Ratcan Z. reacted quickest to a loose ball inside the box, scoring in the 51st minute. Galatasaray attempted to equalize, with Ahm Kutucu's close-range effort saved and a subsequent goal ruled offside.

Gençlerbirliği sealed their victory in the 83rd minute when Adama Traoré converted a close-range rebound, securing their place in the semi-finals. The defeat ended Galatasaray's 10-match unbeaten run in the competition, and attention now shifts to their crucial league clash against Fenerbahçe on Sunday, where Osimhen is expected to feature prominently.