Victor Osimhen Fires Galatasaray to Record 25th League Title and Historic Domestic Double

Victor Osimhen and his record-smashing season reached yet another historic high on Sunday as the red-hot Nigerian striker scored his 25th league goal of the season to help Galatasaray clinch a record-extending 25th Turkish Süper Lig title with a 3–0 demolition of Kayserispor in front of a delirious home crowd.

Just four days after firing a decisive brace to win Galatasaray their first Turkish Cup title in five years, the 25-year-old struck again to complete a domestic double for the Istanbul giants, firmly etching his name in the club’s folklore.

Stats Fit for a King

• 25 goals in 29 league games

• 36 goals and 7 assists in all competitions – his highest-ever career total

• Broke Mario Jardel’s 2000 record to become the highest-scoring foreign player in a Turkish season

• Scored in six straight games, including the cup final and the title-clinching match

• Galatasaray are 11 points clear with two matches to spare

With this ruthless run, Victor Osimhen has surged three goals ahead of Başakşehir’s Krzysztof Piątek in the race for the golden boot and seems unstoppable in his pursuit of individual accolades to cap off an already unforgettable team triumph.

“Thank You, Victor!” – Galatasaray Fans Beg for Permanent Deal

Currently on a season-long loan from Napoli, Osimhen’s dazzling performances have sparked feverish speculation about his future.

Fans inside the Rams Park chanted his name long after the final whistle, holding up banners reading: “Osimhen, Stay Forever!”

The club is reportedly working tirelessly behind the scenes to make the Nigerian’s move permanent — but they’re not alone in wanting his signature.

Nigeria’s Euro Stars Shine: From Turkey to France, Scotland to Spain

Here’s a comprehensive roundup of Nigerian footballers’ standout performances across Europe, headlined by Victor Osimhen’s title-clinching heroics in Turkey:

Victor Osimhen – Galatasaray

• Achievements:

  • 25th Turkish Süper Lig title secured with 3–0 win over Kayserispor.

  • Turkish Cup victory earlier in the week – a domestic double.

• Stats:

  • 25 goals in 29 league games, leading the scoring charts.

  • 36 goals + 7 assists in all competitions – career-best tally.

  • Broke Mario Jardel’s record to become the highest-scoring foreigner in Turkish football history.

• Future: On loan from Napoli; Galatasaray are pushing to keep him. Wayne Rooney has endorsed him for Manchester United.

Moses Simon – Nantes

• Performance:

  • Scored and assisted in a 2–1 win over Montpellier.

  • Helped Nantes secure 13th place in Ligue 1.

• Season stats:

  • 8 goals and 10 assists – first Nigerian to reach double-digit assists in a top-5 European league this season.

  • Marked 200 appearances for the club.

Terem Moffi – Nice

• Milestone:

  • Scored his first goal in over a year after returning from a serious ACL injury.

  • Came off the bench in Nice’s 6–0 win on final day.

Cyriel Dessers – Rangers

• • Scored in five straight games to end the season.

  • 18 goals in the Scottish Premiership, 29 overall, and 6 assists in 55 matches.

• Leon Balogun:

– Injured early in final game, capping a solid but injury-hit campaign.

Tolu Arokodare – Genk

• Impact:

  • Scored late winner vs Gent after an earlier effort was ruled out.

  • 22 league goals this season.

• Award: Recently won the Ebony Shoe – best African player in Belgium.

Chrisantus Uche – Getafe

• Comeback goal:

  • Scored in 2–1 win over Mallorca, ending a 7-match winless streak.

  • First goal since February after disciplinary issues.

Rasheedat Ajibade – Atlético Madrid Femenino

• Farewell appearance:

  • Played in final match for Atlético in a 5–0 win over Levante.

  • Honoured with a guard of honour and commemorative jersey.

Alex Iwobi & Calvin Bassey – Fulham

• Alex Iwobi:

  • Played 66 mins in 3–2 win over Brentford.

  • Contributed to Fulham’s highest-ever Premier League points total.

  • Mixed display: 77% pass accuracy, 1 tackle, 1 error leading to shot.

• Calvin Bassey:

  • Strong defensive shift: 7 clearances, 3 aerial duels, minimal possession loss.

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