Osimhen Leads Galatasaray to Derby Victory Over Fenerbahce
Victor Osimhen was instrumental in Galatasaray's 2-1 victory over Fenerbahce in the opening Istanbul derby of the season. He scored one goal in each half, establishing a commanding lead for Galatasaray before Irfan Kahveci scored a late goal for Fenerbahce.
This win positioned Galatasaray at the top of the Turkish Super League, surpassing Amedspor and extending their lead over Fenerbahce to six points. Osimhen's performance was particularly significant as he had faced criticism from some fans prior to the match.
After the game, he expressed gratitude towards the Galatasaray supporters for their unwavering support, emphasizing that their backing has been his primary focus since joining the club. Following this derby victory, Galatasaray will shift their focus to an upcoming league match against Konyaspor in Konya.
The manager also noted Osimhen's impactful performance, especially in collaboration with Russian youngster Aleksey Batrakov.
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