Did Victor Osimhen score on his Galatasaray debut?

For a moment, Victor Osimhen celebrated as if he had scored on his Galatasaray debut. It was only an assist after replays. SportsRation reports.

Victor Osimhen’s highly anticipated debut for Galatasaray was one to remember, as the Nigerian forward helped inspire his new team to a dominant 5-0 victory over Rizespor on Saturday at the Türk Telekom Stadium. While Osimhen didn’t find the back of the net himself, he contributed an assist, showcasing his attacking influence.

The 25-year-old striker, who joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli during the summer transfer window, was eager to make a mark in front of the home crowd. Despite being denied a debut goal, his playmaking ability was on full display, playing a pivotal role in Galatasaray’s attacking onslaught.

The hosts quickly asserted control of the match, taking a comfortable 2-0 lead into halftime. Osimhen was involved in the buildup to one of the first-half goals, and although his attempt at a debut goal was ruled out, his assist was a key highlight.

In the second half, Galatasaray continued to dominate, with Gabriel Sara, Dries Mertens, and Baris Alper Yilmaz adding to the scoreline. Osimhen’s overall performance earned praise from the fans, who were impressed with his seamless integration into the team.

The Nigerian striker, already a star for his national team, the Super Eagles, has proven his ability to rise to big occasions. His debut performance in Turkey signals the start of what could be an exciting chapter at Galatasaray, as fans eagerly await his next opportunity to shine.

While Rizespor, featuring fellow Nigerian Olawoyin Ibrahim, failed to put up much of a challenge, Osimhen’s assist and involvement in the victory will have boosted the confidence of Galatasaray supporters, hoping for more standout performances from their high-profile signing throughout the season.