Victor Boniface hails Osimhen’s record-breaking 35 goals for Galatasaray, topping Jardel’s 34. Osimhen’s brace in 3-0 Turkish Cup win over Trabzonspor seals historic mark
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has penned his name into Galatasaray’s record books, breaking the record for the most goals scored by a foreign player in a single season.
The 26-year-old achieved the feat during a commanding 3-0 victory over Trabzonspor in the Turkish Cup final, propelling the Cimbom toward a potential historic double.
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Galatasaray, fresh off a league double over Trabzonspor, entered the final as heavy favourites and delivered a dominant performance at the Türk Telekom Stadium.
Baris Yilmaz opened the scoring just five minutes in, setting the tone for a one-sided affair.
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Osimhen then took centre stage in the second half, netting a clinical brace to seal the win and bring his season tally to 35 goals across all competitions.
This remarkable haul surpassed the previous record of 34 goals set by Brazilian legend Mario Jardel in 2004, making Osimhen the highest-scoring foreigner in Galatasaray’s 119-year history.
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The achievement sparked widespread praise, with fellow Super Eagles star Victor Boniface leading the tributes.
The Bayer Leverkusen forward took to his Instagram story, posting a succinct but powerful message: “Nobody comes close.”
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The celebration shows the bond between the Nigerian stars, both of whom continue to shine on Europe’s biggest stages.
Osimhen’s heroics have not only secured the Turkish Cup but also positioned Galatasaray just one win away from clinching the Super Lig title.
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As the Lions chase a domestic double, Osimhen’s record-breaking campaign remains the heartbeat of their success.
His journey with the Istanbul giants continues to leave the fans purring for more, with the Nigerian superstar proving unstoppable in his debut season.