Osimhen Fires Galatasaray to 26th League Title

Osimhen Fires Galatasaray to 26th League Title (NewsCentral TV) Osimhen Fires Galatasaray to 26th League Title (NewsCentral TV)
Victor Osimhen. Credit: BusinessDay.

Victor Osimhen has delivered a decisive performance that has crowned Galatasaray as Turkish Super League champions after a dramatic 4–2 victory over Antalyaspor, securing the club’s 26th league title.

The match started with high intensity, as Antalyaspor struck first just before half-time, with Soner Dikmen scoring in the 45th minute, silencing the home supporters and putting early pressure on the league leaders.

Galatasaray fired back in the second half, with Mario Lemina bringing them level in the 56th minute, restoring belief and momentum to the champions-in-waiting. However, Antalyaspor quickly regained the advantage with a stunning free-kick goal in the 62nd minute, setting up a tense final half-hour. That tension was ultimately broken by Osimhen, who stepped up when it mattered most.

Advertisement

Osimhen Fires Galatasaray to 26th League Title (NewsCentral TV)
Galatasaray’s Nigerian forward #45 Victor Osimhen (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Turkish Super lig football match between Galatasaray and Antalyaspor at the Rams Park stadium in Istanbul, on May 9, 2026. Galatasaray clinched the Turkish Super Lig championship with one week remaining in the season. Credit: The Punch.

The Nigerian striker equalised in the 66th minute before scoring again shortly after, completing a brilliant brace that turned the match on its head and pushed Galatasaray ahead for the first time. Deep into stoppage time, Kaan Ayhan added the finishing touch in the 95th minute, sealing the victory and confirming the title in emphatic fashion.

With the win, Galatasaray secured their fourth consecutive league championship and extended their dominance in Turkish football, celebrating a historic 26th league triumph powered by a dramatic late surge and Osimhen’s match-winning heroics.

Author

  • Deborah Akwa

    Deborah Akwa is a content writer with over four years of experience creating brand stories, editorial content, and audience-focused articles on topics like health, lifestyle, and entertainment.

    When she isn't writing, she is behind the scenes managing editorial operations and helping the content team work better.

    She loves using words to connect brands with their audiences. Outside of work, she enjoys watching movies and engaging in thought-provoking conversations.

Share the Story
Advertisement

Keep Up to Date with the Most Important News

Weekly roundups. Sharp analysis. Zero noise.
The NewsCentral TV Newsletter delivers the headlines that matter—straight to your inbox, keeping you updated regularly.