Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen delivered a standout performance for Galatasaray in their UEFA Champions League second-leg clash against Juventus, once again proving his quality on Europe’s biggest stage.
The Nigerian forward found the net in the high-stakes encounter, taking his Champions League tally for the season to seven goals and 13 overall since joining the Istanbul giants.
His goals have been instrumental in Galatasaray’s strong push through the group stage, significantly boosting their hopes of reaching the knockout rounds.
One of the defining moments of Osimhen’s European campaign was his sensational hat trick against Ajax. With that feat, he became only the second Nigerian to score three goals in a single Champions League match, a performance that underlined his clinical finishing and big-game mentality.
His consistency has also etched his name into Galatasaray’s history books. Osimhen became the first player in the club’s history to score braces in back-to-back Champions League matches, joining the ranks of legendary forwards such as Burak Yılmaz, who previously delivered memorable European performances for the club.
On the national front, Osimhen’s achievements carry even greater significance. He surpassed the long-standing Champions League goal record held by Obafemi Martins, officially becoming Nigeria’s highest-scoring player in the competition.
With decisive goals, historic milestones, and commanding displays in crucial fixtures, Osimhen continues to cement his status as one of the most influential African forwards in European football today.