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The Nigerian goal-machine gained 100,000 new followers just hours after making history in Turkey.
Victor Osimhen has etched his name into Galatasaray's storied history, delivering a masterclass performance in the Turkish Cup final on Wednesday night.
The Nigerian striker netted twice in the 46th and 63rd minutes, propelling Galatasaray to a commanding 3–0 victory over Trabzonspor at Gaziantep Metropolitan Stadium.
This triumph secured the club's 19th Turkish Cup title, a national record.
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Osimhen's brace elevated his season tally to an impressive 35 goals across all competitions, surpassing the previous record of 34 goals set by Brazilian legend Mario Jardel during the 2000–01 season.
This feat establishes Osimhen as the highest-scoring foreign player in a single season in Galatasaray's 119-year history.
From Napoli outcast to Istanbul icon
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Osimhen's journey to this pinnacle was anything but straightforward.
After a tumultuous period at Napoli, where he was excluded from the Serie A squad and stripped of his shirt number, Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan last summer.
Since his arrival, the 26-year-old has been instrumental in Galatasaray's campaign, contributing significantly to their pursuit of a domestic double.
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And his impact has greatly extended beyond the pitch.
Osimhen's popularity has soared since his arrival in Turkey, with his Instagram following reaching 6 million, making him the outright most-followed Nigerian footballer on the platform.
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The surge came hours after his brace for Galatasaray in the cup final, adding 100,000 new followers to boost his previous tally from 5.9 million.
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Cup secured, eyes on the league title
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With the Turkish Cup secured, Galatasaray now sets its sights on clinching the Süper Lig title.
The team currently leads the league by eight points over second-placed Fenerbahçe, with only three matches remaining.
Osimhen's contributions have been pivotal, and his form suggests he will play a crucial role in the season's climax.
As the season nears its conclusion, speculation surrounds Osimhen's future.
While his loan spell is set to end, Galatasaray fans are extremely keen to see the club retain him, offering the prospect of Champions League football and further domestic success.
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