Super Lig: Victor Osimhen scores as Galatasaray defeat Rizespor to stay top | OneFootball

The Nigerian striker found the net in the 3-1 win for the Istanbul side, who notch up a fourth straight victory

Super Lig : Victor Osimhen & Galatasaray vs Rizespor

Victor Osimhen netted Galatasaray's second goal against Rizespor on Sunday, August 31 at Rams Park, during the fourth round of the Super Lig. The Istanbul giants dominated their opponents 3-1 and remain at the top of the table with 12 points.

Okan Buruk's men took the lead as early as the 20th minute with a header from Davinson Sanchez off a set piece. Victor Osimhen doubled the advantage in the 65th minute. After a cross from the left by Abdülkerim Bardakcı, the Nigerian striker rose above the defense and powered home a header from the heart of the box. The ball flew past the right post, out of reach for goalkeeper Erdem Canpolat.

Rizespor pulled one back in the 73rd minute through Dal Varesanovic, but Mauro Icardi sealed the win in stoppage time (90+2). With this result, Galatasaray claim a fourth consecutive league victory and maintain their lead at the top of the standings. The club now boasts 12 points, 13 goals scored, and just one conceded since the start of the season.