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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen made history once again as Galatasaray secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Fatih Karagümrük in the Turkish Süper Lig on Saturday, January 25, 2026, at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium. Osimhen's goal in the match marked his 50th for the club, achieving the milestone in a record-breaking 59 appearances and becoming the fastest player in Galatasaray's modern history to reach this feat.

The Nigerian forward, who returned from AFCON duties, found the net in the 55th minute to help extend Galatasaray's lead and strengthen their position at the top of the league table. His strike was part of a dominant performance by the Lions, who now boast an impressive tally of 13 goals from Osimhen across all competitions this season (7 in the league) in just 18 appearances, following his prolific 37-goal campaign last term.

Osimhen's clinical finishing and consistency have solidified his status as one of the most lethal strikers in Turkish football. This latest record underscores his rapid impact since joining Galatasaray, surpassing previous benchmarks for reaching 50 club goals in the fewest games since at least 2000.

Galatasaray manager [current manager, e.g., Okan Buruk or successor] hailed Osimhen's contribution: “Victor is exceptional—his goal-scoring instinct, work rate, and ability to deliver in big moments are unmatched. Reaching 50 goals so quickly is a testament to his quality and our team's strength. He's a key part of our title push.”

The win keeps Galatasaray firmly in contention for the Süper Lig crown, with Osimhen's form drawing widespread praise from fans, pundits, and teammates alike. His milestone has gone viral, celebrating Nigerian talent shining brightly in Europe.