Victor Osimhen marked his highly anticipated Galatasaray debut with a strong performance, providing an assist as the Turkish giants dismantled Rizespor 5-0 on Saturday at the Türk Telekom Stadium.
The Nigerian striker, who joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Napoli during the summer transfer window, wasted no time making his presence felt. Though he was denied a debut goal, Osimhen played a crucial role in the Lions’ attacking display, orchestrating play and contributing an assist that helped secure the dominant victory.
Galatasaray took early control of the game, with two first-half goals giving them a comfortable lead going into the break. Osimhen’s influence in the build-up to one of these goals was evident, as his movement and link-up play were integral to the team’s fluid attack.
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The second half saw Galatasaray continue to pile on the pressure, with Gabriel Sara, Dries Mertens, and Baris Alper Yilmaz all finding the net to complete the rout. Osimhen’s assist was one of the highlights of the match, as he demonstrated his ability to contribute beyond scoring goals.
While the 25-year-old forward might have been disappointed not to get on the scoresheet himself, his overall performance delighted Galatasaray fans, who were thrilled to see their new signing integrate so seamlessly into the team. The Nigerian’s energy, vision, and attacking presence have already made him a fan favorite.
Osimhen, who is a key player for the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles, will be looking to build on this promising start as the season unfolds. Galatasaray supporters will no doubt be eager to see him find the back of the net in upcoming fixtures, but his debut assist and overall contribution signal a bright future for the striker in Turkey.
