Victor Osimhen once again proved why he’s one of Europe’s most lethal strikers, opening the scoring with a bullet header in Galatasaray’s commanding 5-1 rout of Konyaspor in the Turkish Cup semifinal.
The Nigerian star’s performance not only sent the Lions roaring into the final but also marked his 30th goal in all competitions this season — and the 170th of an already glittering career.
The game sparked to life in the 26th minute when Osimhen rose highest to meet a pinpoint cross, smashing home a header that left the Konyaspor keeper rooted to the spot.
Galatasaray kept their foot on the gas, with Lucas Torreira doubling the lead in the 42nd minute with a composed finish after a clever buildup.
Just two minutes into the second half, Osimhen turned provider, threading a sharp assist for Roland Sallai, who coolly made it 3-0.
Konyaspor tried to claw back with a goal from Pedrinho in the 53rd minute, but any hopes of a comeback were quickly extinguished when Sallai completed his brace just two minutes later.
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Substitute Yusuf Demir put the cherry on top in stoppage time, making it 5-1 with a clinical finish to seal a night of total dominance.
Galatasaray fans were left in raptures, not just by the scoreline but by the hunger and chemistry on display.
With Osimhen in this kind of form — relentless, ruthless, and razor-sharp — Galatasaray head into the final brimming with confidence.
The Nigerian talisman now eyes his first major piece of silverware with the Istanbul giants, and if tonight was any indication, there’s no slowing him down.