TSL: Osimhen on target as Galatasaray maintain perfect start to the new season
Victor Osimhen scored a decisive header as Galatasaray defeated Rizespor 3-1, continuing their flawless start to the 2025/26 Süper Lig season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The Nigerian striker's 65th-minute goal extended Galatasaray's dominance, following Colombian defender Davinson Sánchez's opening header in the 20th minute.
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The visitors threatened to mount a comeback when they scored in the 73rd minute through Dal Varesanovic, but Mauro Icardi sealed the win with a stoppage-time goal in the 92nd minute, converting a clever assist from Bar?? Alper Y?lmaz.
The result keeps Galatasaray top of the table with 12 points from four matches.
Osimhen's goal was his second in as many games, following his opener in the 4-0 demolition of Kayserispor earlier in August.
The Nigerian international looks sharper with every appearance, endearing him to the Galatasaray faithful.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun