Listen! The Champions League is roaring for Osimhen's masterclass against Bodo/Glimt

Victor Osimhen cemented his status as a European talisman for Galatasaray on Wednesday, netting a magnificent brace and setting a historic club record as the Turkish giants secured a critical 3-1 UEFA Champions League victory over Bodo/Glimt in Istanbul.

The Nigerian international's performance was so complete that the UEFA Technical Observer Group bestowed him with the Player of the Match award, praising his tactical impact beyond his goals.

The 26-year-old striker's influence was immediate and defining. He pounced on a defensive lapse to open the scoring after just three minutes, setting the tone for the match with his trademark intensity.

The historic moment arrived in the 33rd minute, when Osimhen intercepted a loose back-pass from Fredrik André Bjorkan, rounded the goalkeeper, and slotted home his second goal.

This brace wrote his name into the club's history, making him the first Galatasaray player to score in seven consecutive European matches, eclipsing the previous record held by club legend Burak Yılmaz.

His impact was not limited to finishing. In the 60th minute, it was Osimhen’s relentless pressing that forced a turnover from defender Haitam Aleesami, allowing Yunus Akgun to score the third and decisive goal for the hosts.

Bodo/Glimt, despite their eye-catching playing style, could only muster a late consolation goal from Andreas Helmersen.

Following the display, the Champions League account was the first to praise the former Napoli star on social media.

Then, the UEFA Technical Observer Group was effusive in their assessment, stating:

This technical analysis confirmed that Osimhen's "masterclass," as dubbed on social media, was defined by his all-encompassing centre-forward play, combining clinical finishing with defensive industry.

Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk relied on Osimhen’s ability to lead the line with pace and power, a tactical approach that exposed the high line of the Norwegian champions.

The victory, the second in a row for the Cimbom, is a huge step in the group stage, giving them six points and firmly placing them in contention for a spot in the knockout rounds.

For Bodo, the loss ends their five-game unbeaten run in Europe, leaving them with an uphill battle.

Osimhen’s record-breaking heroics prove that his high-profile move to Istanbul was a masterstroke. The striker is not just finding form; he is dictating results on the grandest stage.

Will the Nigerian star extend his goal-scoring streak even further? Only time will tell, but his current form suggests anything is possible.