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Osimhen has quickly become a fan favourite and a key figure in Galatasaray’s title charge.
The Super Eagles forward has now contributed 41 goal involvements (33 goals and 8 assists) in 37 matches across all competitions for the Turkish giants.
His brace against Sivasspor also saw him surpass the single-season tallies of Mauro Icardi and Bafétimbi Gomis, who each scored 32 goals in a campaign for Galatasaray.
With 33 goals, Osimhen is now on the verge of becoming Galatasaray’s all-time top foreign scorer in a single season, as well as the highest-scoring foreigner in Süper Lig history for a single campaign.
For Remo Stars, the dream continues. While Osimhen’s support further cements his growing role as a football ambassador for Nigeria.
Isaac concluded by advising the coach not to include Osimhen in the Unity – Cup squad, urging a more cautious approach to his fitness and long term availability.
With his latest goal, Osimhen now boasts 22 goals in the Super Lig and 31 across all competitions this season, cementing his reputation as one of Europe’s deadliest forwards.
With five league games remaining, Galatasaray sit five points clear at the top of the Turkish Super Lig standings.
Galatasaray had earlier edged rivals Fenerbahce in the quarterfinals and are now just one game away from lifting their first Turkish Cup title since the 2016/17 season.
Galatasaray remain top of the Turkish Super Lig, extending their lead to six points over second-placed Fenerbahce, who are set to play later in the weekend.