Victor Osimhen delivered a match-winning performance as Galatasaray secured the 2024 Turkish Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over Trabzonspor, capping a remarkable debut season for the Nigerian striker in Turkey.
The 26-year-old, on loan from Napoli, scored twice in the second half to seal the win at Gaziantep Stadium, earning his first trophy with the Istanbul giants.
Barış Alper Yılmaz opened the scoring for Galatasaray in the fifth minute, but it was Osimhen who took center stage after halftime.
He doubled the lead in the 46th minute, showcasing his physicality and composure by holding off a defender and finishing low into the corner.
Osimhen then finished a swift counter-attack in the 63rd minute with a simple tap-in, putting the result beyond doubt.
With his brace in the final, Osimhen has now scored 35 goals in 39 matches across all competitions for Galatasaray-breaking the club record for most goals in a single season by a foreign player, previously held by Mario Jardel (34 goals in 2001).
His Turkish Cup tally stands at five goals and one assist, underlining his impact in both league and knockout competitions.
Osimhen’s prolific form has also propelled Galatasaray to the top of the Super Lig, where they hold an eight-point lead over Fenerbahce with five matches remaining.
He leads the league’s scoring charts with 24 goals and 5 assists in 28 appearances, averaging nearly a goal per game.
His overall contribution-29 goal involvements in the league-highlights his value as both a scorer and creator2.
The Turkish Cup triumph marks Galatasaray’s 19th in history and sets the stage for a potential domestic double, with Osimhen at the heart of their success.
As the club chases further glory, Osimhen’s future remains uncertain, with Napoli expected to sell him in the summer amid interest from top European and Saudi clubs.
For now, his impact in Turkey has been transformative, establishing him as a game-changer for Galatasaray and a standout figure in Turkish football
