Victor Osimhen made a strong impression on his Galatasaray debut, contributing an assist as the Lions cruised to a 5-0 victory over Rizespor in Turkey.
Though the Nigerian striker didn’t find the net in his first appearance for Galatasaray, he played a pivotal role in the team’s dominant display at the Türk Telecom Stadium, providing a key assist.
Osimhen who joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Napoli during the summer transfer window, was eager to make an impact infront of the home crowd. His assist highlighted his influence in the game, despite not scoring.
Galatasaray established control early, with two first-half goals putting them in a strong position at halftime. In the second half, the team extended their lead, with Gabriel Sara, Dries Mertens, and Baris Alper Yilmaz all getting on the scoresheet.
Osimhen’s performance, particularly his assist, caught the attention of Galatasaray fans, who are hopeful that the 25-year-old striker will continue to shine throughout the season.
While he didn’t score on his debut, Osimhen’s promising start and key contributions have already set the stage for an exciting tenure with the Turkish giants. Fans will be eagerly anticipating his next performance.
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