Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen proved once again why he is considered one of the most lethal forwards in world football, scoring twice to rescue a 2-2 draw for Galatasaray against a resilient Çorum FK. The opening fixture of the 2026/27 Turkish Süper Lig season at RAMS Park was widely expected to be a routine victory for the reigning champions, but the newly-promoted visitors had other plans, nearly pulling off one of the biggest opening-day upsets in recent Turkish football history.
Galatasaray entered the new campaign with high expectations, looking to establish early dominance in the league. However, they were quickly rattled by a highly disciplined and energetic Çorum FK side. Capitalizing on defensive disorganization in the hosts’ backline, the visitors shocked the home crowd by taking an early lead. Despite possessing the lion’s share of the ball, Okan Buruk’s men struggled to break down a resolute and compact defensive unit. Things went from bad to worse for the champions when Çorum FK doubled their advantage before the half-time whistle, leaving the home fans in absolute disbelief.
With defeat looming, Galatasaray turned to their talismanic forward, Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian international, who opted to extend his stay with the Turkish giants despite immense interest from top European clubs, put the team on his back. He ignited the comeback in the second half, capitalizing on a loose ball inside the penalty area to fire a clinical finish into the back of the net, breathing new life into RAMS Park.
As the minutes ebbed away, the pressure on the home side intensified. Galatasaray threw caution to the wind, bombarding the opposition box with crosses. In the dying moments of stoppage time, Osimhen showcased his trademark athleticism and aerial prowess, rising above the defense to power home a dramatic header and secure a hard-fought point.
While Okan Buruk will undoubtedly have sleepless nights over his defense’s vulnerability, he will be relieved by his star striker’s lethal form. For Osimhen, this heroic brace sends a clear message that he remains fully committed to leading the club to more silverware. Galatasaray will need to rectify their mistakes quickly, but they have their Nigerian superstar to thank for saving them from a humiliating start to the season.
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