Osimhen nets brace as Galatasaray beat Fenerbahçe in Istanbul derby

Victor Osimhen scored a brace to lead Galatasaray to a 2-1 victory over rivals Fenerbahçe in the Istanbul derby at RAMS Park on Monday night.

The Nigerian striker gave the hosts the lead in the 29th minute, finishing superbly inside the box after receiving a pass from Barış Alper Yılmaz.

Osimhen extended Galatasaray’s advantage in the 44th minute, heading home from Davinson Sánchez’s effort to give the Yellow and Reds a two-goal lead before half-time.

The 27-year-old has now registered six goals and three assists in six league appearances for Galatasaray this season, highlighting his strong scoring form.

He made way for Wilfried Singo in the 88th minute as Galatasaray looked to protect their lead.

Fenerbahçe reduced the deficit in the 62nd minute through İrfan Can Kahveci, setting up a tense closing period. However, the hosts held on to claim all three points.

The win takes Galatasaray back to the top of the league table, while Fenerbahçe remain fifth.