Victor Osimhen, Nigeria’s star striker, delivered a breathtaking moment in Galatasaray’s 3-0 victory over Antalyaspor on Saturday, leaving fans and pundits in awe. His incredible bicycle kick goal, which sealed the win for the Turkish champions, has been described as “a work of art” by Galatasaray in a statement shared on their Instagram page on Sunday.
Osimhen’s goal came in stoppage time during the Süper Lig Game Week 9 match at Corendon Airlines Park, Antalya. The 25-year-old striker’s acrobatic strike, which has been hailed as one of the finest in recent memory, brought an unforgettable end to the game.
Galatasaray’s post emphasized that Osimhen’s goal was more than just a photograph-worthy moment—it was a masterpiece that will be remembered for years to come.
This remarkable goal marked Osimhen’s third league goal of the season. He had previously opened his goal account for Galatasaray in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Kasimpasa.
However, a hamstring injury sidelined him for two matches. Now fully recovered, the Napoli loanee is showing his value, helping the Turkish side get back to their winning ways after a brief struggle.
Galatasaray’s win over Antalyaspor was a crucial one, especially with their title rivals, Besiktas, dropping points over the same weekend.
The victory puts the defending champions back on track as they aim to maintain their dominance in the Turkish league. Osimhen’s performance has once again proven his importance to the squad, especially as the team continues to adjust to their European and domestic commitments.
Galatasaray’s season so far has been full of highs and lows. Just two weeks ago, they secured a massive 2-0 win against archrivals Fenerbahce in the Intercontinental Derby, a result that eased the pressure on head coach Okan Buruk.
However, inconsistency has been a recurring theme. In the absence of Osimhen, Galatasaray threw away a 2-0 lead in a disappointing 2-2 draw against Riga in the Europa League. This raised questions about the team’s ability to maintain form.
Last weekend, they narrowly beat Alanyaspor 1-0, but with Osimhen back in the lineup, the team’s prospects appear much brighter.
Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan from Italian giants Napoli in September for the rest of the season. Since then, he has quickly become an essential player for the Turkish side.
His performances have also caught the attention of other top European clubs, with Chelsea reportedly among those interested in securing his services.
Despite Galatasaray’s efforts to make the loan deal permanent, growing interest from other clubs could complicate their plans.
