Osimhen scores, Bamigboye watches as Hatayspor hold Galatasaray in Naija derby

Victor Osimhen converted a crucial penalty to salvage a 1-1 draw for Galatasaray in their away game against relegation-threatened Hatayspor.

The hosts, sitting 18th in the 19-team Süper Lig table, earned a valuable point to move to 10 points from 19 matches. In contrast, Galatasaray remain league leaders, extending their tally to 51 points from the same number of games.

The match doubled as a Nigerian derby, with Osimhen facing his former Golden Eaglets teammate, Funsho Bamigboye. The duo famously helped Nigeria win the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile in 2015. While Osimhen played the full 90 minutes, Bamigboye was an unused substitute for Hatayspor.

Osimhen’s key contributions tonight

Osimhen’s influence on the match was evident throughout the game. The 26-year-old striker recorded 90 minutes of action, scoring his 11th goal of the league season from the spot.

His expected goals (xG) stood at an impressive 1.53, reflecting his persistent threat in the final third. Though he failed to register any successful dribbles, Osimhen still managed two shots on target, three off target, and one blocked effort.

The Nigerian forward also created one big chance and delivered three key passes, highlighting his ability to contribute beyond goals. With 29 touches, he completed 14 of his 18 attempted passes (78%), demonstrating a solid link-up play despite limited service.

Defensively, he contributed one clearance and won two aerial duels, though he struggled in ground duels and lost possession eight times.

With 11 goals and four assists in 15 league appearances, Osimhen remains pivotal in Galatasaray’s title charge. As the league leaders continue their push for silverware, the Nigerian striker’s form will be crucial in maintaining their edge over rivals.