Victor Osimhen’s Brace Secures Historic 26th Turkish Title for Galatasaray

Victor Osimhen lifts the trophy high with his teammates as they their 4th Turkish trophy with Galatasaray — a moment of triumph and unity for the champions.

Sports • Sun May 10 2026 • By Starkid

ISTANBUL — Victor Osimhen cemented his legacy in Turkish football on Saturday, scoring twice in a thrilling 4-2 comeback victory over Antalyaspor to crown Galatasaray as the Turkish Super Lig champions. The win marks a record-extending 26th league title for the "Yellow-Reds" and secures their fourth consecutive championship, a feat the club has not achieved since their golden era between 1996 and 2000.

Osimhen’s Heroics Seal the Comeback

Playing in front of a deafening home crowd in Istanbul, Galatasaray faced an uphill battle against a resilient Antalyaspor side that threatened to spoil the party. The visitors took the lead just before halftime through Soner Dikmen, leaving the champions trailing at the break.

The second half, however, belonged to the hosts:

The Equalizer: Mario Lemina restored parity in the 56th minute, but Dikmen struck again with a brilliant free-kick shortly after to put Antalyaspor back in front.
The Penalty: With the title on the line, Osimhen stepped up in the 66th minute, calmly converting a penalty to level the score at 2-2.
The Winner: In the 88th minute, after relentless pressure and a substitute appearance by Noa Lang that shifted the game's momentum, Osimhen pounced on a defensive error to fire home his second of the night.
The Final Blow: Kaan Ayhan added a fourth in stoppage time, finishing an unselfish pass from Mauro Icardi to spark wild celebrations across Turkey.

A Season of Dominance and Leadership

Since his high-profile move from Napoli last summer, the 27-year-old Nigerian international has been the undisputed talisman for Okan Buruk’s side. Osimhen ends the campaign with a staggering 22 goals and eight assists across all competitions, proving he is worth every bit of the investment.

His influence extended beyond the pitch. Following a shock 4-1 loss to Samsunspor earlier this month that briefly threatened their lead over Fenerbahce, Osimhen famously rallied the dressing room, telling teammates, "Let’s not get stuck on this game. We have to keep going." His leadership ensured the squad remained focused during the final stretch of the race.

Okan Buruk’s Record-Breaking Tenure

The victory is a personal milestone for manager Okan Buruk, who has now won four consecutive league titles. He joins an elite group, becoming only the second person after Pep Guardiola to win four straight league titles in Europe’s top 10 leagues both as a player and a manager. Notably, Buruk is the first to achieve this entire four-year streak with the same club.

For Galatasaray, this 26th title solidifies their status as the most successful club in Turkish history. For Osimhen, it is another major trophy that reinforces his standing as one of Africa's most elite footballing stars as he continues to dominate the European stage.