Victor Osimhen got off to a flying start in the new league campaign, scoring twice as Galatasaray were forced to settle for a 2-2 draw against newly promoted Corum at Rams Park on Friday night.
The Nigerian forward was at the heart of Galatasaray’s attacking display, finding the net twice to give the Turkish giants an advantage in their opening fixture.
However, Galatasaray could not hold on to secure maximum points, as Corum produced a spirited performance to claim a valuable draw away from home.
The newly promoted side showed little fear against the reigning Turkish champions, responding each time Galatasaray took the lead and frustrating the hosts throughout the encounter.
Despite the disappointing result for Galatasaray, Osimhen’s two-goal display will be a major positive for the club as the striker begins the new season in impressive goalscoring form.
The draw leaves both teams with one point from their opening league match, with Galatasaray now looking to bounce back in their next fixture.
For Osimhen, the brace provides an early indication of his importance to Galatasaray’s attacking plans as they begin their latest campaign.