Osimhen brace fires Galatasaray past Fenerbahce in Istanbul derby

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen scored twice as Galatasaray defeated their city rivals Fenerbahce 2-1 in the Turkish Super Lig on Monday.

Osimhen scored both goals in the first half to help the reigning champions secure all three points at RAMS Park in Istanbul.

The Super Eagles striker opened the scoring in the 29th minute after receiving a pass from Baris Alper Yilmaz before firing a powerful shot into the net.

The 27-year-old doubled Galatasaray’s lead in the 44th minute, heading the ball past goalkeeper Ederson after Davinson Sanchez’s effort towards goal.

Galatasaray dominated the first half, creating several chances while restricting Fenerbahce from registering a shot before the break.

Fenerbahce improved after the restart and reduced the deficit in the 62nd minute through Irfan Can Kahveci, who found the net with an acrobatic overhead kick following a pass from Oguz Aydin.

The visitors pushed for an equaliser in the closing stages, but Galatasaray held on to claim victory in the fiercely contested Istanbul derby.

Osimhen came close to completing a hat-trick after the restart, but his effort was ruled out for offside.

The victory lifted Galatasaray back to the top of the Turkish Super Lig table with 22 points from nine matches, while Fenerbahce remained fifth with 16 points.

Osimhen’s brace further underlined his importance to Galatasaray as the club continued its push to retain the league title.

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