Victor Osimhen Poised to Achieve a Landmark Feat in Europe with Galatasaray
As Galatasaray gears up to face Bodo/Glimt in the UEFA Champions League on October 22, Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen stands on the verge of making club history.
The Super Eagles forward has the opportunity to break new ground in European competitions if he scores at RAMS Park during the upcoming fixture.
Osimhen Nears a Historic Record at Galatasaray
Since his permanent transfer to Galatasaray in August, Osimhen has continued to impress under coach Okan Buruk. Building on an extraordinary debut season where he netted 37 goals and assisted seven times across 41 matches-a record for the club-he remains a pivotal figure in the squad.
Currently 26 years old, Osimhen has already found the back of the net three times in seven appearances this season, maintaining his role as the spearhead of Galatasaray’s offense.
After a gradual start to the campaign, he is now aiming to become the first player in Galatasaray’s history to score in seven consecutive European fixtures.
He shares this record with former Turkish international Burak Yilmaz, who scored in six straight European games back in 2012.
Osimhen’s scoring spree includes goals against Tottenham Hotspur, AZ Alkmaar, Dynamo Kiev, and Ajax during last season’s UEFA Europa League. This season, he also scored the decisive goal in Galatasaray’s 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the Champions League, putting him just one goal away from setting a new club record.
From National Team Heroics to European Stardom
Osimhen arrives at this crucial match in excellent form, having recently scored a hat-trick for Nigeria in their clash against Benin during the international break. He also made a brief appearance in Galatasaray’s recent league win over Basaksehir.
Having recovered fully from an ankle injury sustained early in the season, he is now ready to lead the attack once again and chase this significant milestone.
All eyes will be on Osimhen as Galatasaray aims to maintain their unbeaten streak in Group C against Bodo/Glimt.
With his remarkable speed, precise finishing, and rising stature across European football, the Nigerian striker has a prime opportunity to further cement his legacy in Galatasaray’s European annals.