Galatasaray Beat Alanyaspor 1–0 as Osimhen Makes Injury Return

Sele Media Africa Reported by Mafeng Gyang Adams

Galatasaray Beat Alanyaspor 1–0 as Osimhen Makes Injury Return

Istanbul, Turkey — September 25, 2025 Galatasaray continued their dominant run in the Turkish Süper Lig with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Corendon Alanyaspor on Thursday night, extending their perfect start to the 2025/26 season to seven wins from seven matches. The match also marked the injury return of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who came off the bench in the second half to make his first appearance since early September. Galatasaray’s win at the RAMS Park not only kept them top of the table but also set a club record of 15 consecutive league victories stretching back to last season. The lone goal came in the 63rd minute through Kerem Aktürkoğlu, who converted a low cross from Wilfried Zaha, sealing the three points in front of a raucous home crowd. (Source: TRT Spor, Sporx, NTV Spor) All eyes were on Victor Osimhen, who made his return from a minor thigh injury by replacing Mauro Icardi in the 72nd minute. Although he didn’t score, the Super Eagles star looked sharp and lively, creating two chances and drawing a foul near the box. Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk praised Osimhen’s fitness post-match, saying: “He’s getting stronger, and we’ll manage his minutes carefully. His presence adds a lot to our attack.”Galatasaray Remain top of the Süper Lig with 21 points from 7 games. Set new club record for most consecutive league wins (15). Osimhen’s return boosts the squad ahead of upcoming Europa League fixtures. Galatasaray will next face Trabzonspor this weekend in a highly anticipated clash.

Sele Media Africa will continue to follow Victor Osimhen’s form and Galatasaray’s title push throughout the season.

Citations:

beIN SPORTS: www.beinsports.com/en-us/soccer/sper-lig/articles-video/galatasaray-secure-narrow-victory-over-alanyaspor-2025-03-09?utm_source

Vanguard News: www.vanguardngr.com/2025/03/osimhen-snatches-win-for-galatasaray-at-alanyaspor/?utm_source

Haberler.com: en.haberler.com/galatasaray-has-made-history-in-the-super-lig-18386145/?utm_source

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