In their pivotal semi-final match against Konyaspor, Galatasaray advanced to the Turkish Cup final thanks to goals and assists from Super Eagles of Nigeria attacker Victor Osimhen.
Galatasaray finished Tuesday’s match with a commanding 5-1 victory at the Konya Buyuksehir Arena thanks to a goal from Victor Osimhen, who scored his 30th goal of the season.
The Nigerian striker made his mark early, scoring in the 26th minute with a powerful header that showcased his aerial prowess.
He connected seamlessly with a precision cross from his former Napoli teammate, Dries Mertens, powering the ball past the Konyaspor goalkeeper to put Galatasaray ahead.
Aside from his goalscoring prowess, Victor Osimhen has also provided six assists in all competitions, further establishing himself as a key figure in the Turkish champions’ offensive lineup.
Lucas Torreira, a Uruguayan midfielder, took advantage of a defensive error by Konyaspor just before halftime to increase Galatasaray’s lead. His goal gave Okan Buruk’s team a comfortable lead going into halftime, solidifying their dominance of the game.
Robert Sallai made a substantial contribution to Galatasaray’s goal total in the second half, scoring two goals that essentially ended the game.
His first came shortly after the interval, building on the momentum created in the first half, while he found the net again before Konyaspor managed a consolation goal through Pedrinho. This comprehensive 4-1 victory set the stage for Yusuf Demir, who came off the bench for Osimhen in the 73rd minute and added a fifth goal in stoppage time, punctuating an impressive performance by the team. Osimhen’s contributions have been pivotal throughout the tournament, having previously played a crucial role in Galatasaray’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over their arch-rivals Fenerbahce in the quarter-finals, where he scored both goals that led to the elimination of José Mourinho’s squad.
The victory over Konyaspor not only advances Galatasaray to the Turkish Cup final but also keeps their hopes alive for a domestic double this season, as they currently enjoy a five-point lead at the top of the Super Lig with six games remaining. The Istanbul giants are eagerly pursuing their first Turkish Cup title since the 2016-2017 season.
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