Victor Osimhen set to face off against Bright Osayi-Samuel in Turkey’s Super Lig clash of giants
This weekend’s Turkish Super Lig is set to showcase a high-stakes encounter as league leaders Galatasaray, led by Nigerian star Victor Osimhen, travel to face José Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe.
The fixture, which takes place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, will feature an exciting showdown between Super Eagles teammates Osimhen and Bright Osayi-Samuel, both of whom are key figures for their respective clubs.
Galatasaray currently sit at the top of the Super Lig standings with a perfect record of 15 points from five games, while Fenerbahçe, just two points behind in second place, are looking to leapfrog their fierce rivals. Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe have been in strong form, winning four of their first five matches this season.
Osimhen, who was absent during Galatasaray’s recent 3-1 victory over Gaziantep FK, is expected to return to the starting lineup after featuring in their dominant 5-0 win against Rizespor.
The reigning African Footballer of the Year has been instrumental for Galatasaray this season, contributing to their unbeaten run and solidifying his reputation as one of the most feared strikers in Europe.
On the other hand, Bright Osayi-Samuel has returned to training after recovering from a foot injury that saw him miss Nigeria’s recent 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The Fenerbahçe fullback is set to play a crucial role in halting the attacking threat posed by Osimhen and Galatasaray’s forward line.
The match comes at a pivotal moment for both clubs. While Fenerbahçe boast strong recent form, winning three and drawing two of their last five games, Galatasaray will be looking to bounce back from two losses in their last five outings. A victory for Fenerbahçe would see them overtake Galatasaray at the top of the table, adding extra intensity to an already fierce rivalry.
Head-to-Head Record: Historically, Galatasaray hold a slight edge in this fixture, winning 12 of the last 36 meetings between the two clubs, while Fenerbahçe have won 11. The remaining 13 matches have ended in draws, indicating just how closely matched these Turkish giants are.
Time and Where to Watch: The highly anticipated Fenerbahçe vs Galatasaray clash will take place at the Ülker Stadyumu Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu Spor Kompleksi at 6 PM Nigerian time on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
