Galatasaray Hail Victor Osimhen as “The Best Striker in the World” After Historic Champions League Brace

Galatasaray couldn’t hold back their admiration for Victor Osimhen after the Nigerian striker produced another masterclass on Wednesday night, scoring twice in their 3–1 Champions League victory over Bodo/Glimt.

The Turkish champions took to their official X (formerly Twitter) page to hail the Super Eagles star as “the best striker in the world”, a fitting tribute to a player who continues to rewrite history in European football.

⚽ A Record-Breaking Night for Osimhen

It took Osimhen just three minutes to open the scoring, calmly slotting home from Mario Lemina’s incisive through pass.

Thirty minutes later, the 26-year-old showed his trademark sharpness, capitalizing on a defensive error to double Galatasaray’s advantage and put the game firmly in their control.

Yunus Akgün added a third in the 60th minute, while Andreas Helmersen pulled one back for Bodo/Glimt, but the night belonged to Osimhen — whose brace sealed his place in the club’s record books.

The Nigerian’s goals meant he has now scored in seven consecutive European matches, surpassing the record held by Burak Yilmaz since 2012. He also brought his Champions League tally to 11 goals, underlining his importance to the Turkish side’s dream of continental glory.

💬 Opinion: Osimhen — The Relentless Force Who Thrives on Pressure

It’s not often that a player walks into a new league and instantly commands the spotlight, but Victor Osimhen has done exactly that at Galatasaray.

He doesn’t just score goals — he breathes energy into the team, inspiring those around him with his hunger, physicality, and sheer will to win.

What makes Osimhen special is not just his ability to find the net from any angle, but the passion and emotion he brings to every game. He plays as if every match is personal — and perhaps that’s what separates great players from legends in the making.

If Galatasaray dream of going far in this season’s Champions League, Osimhen’s boots will carry that dream. The “best striker in the world” title may sound like fan enthusiasm, but on current form, it doesn’t feel like an exaggeration — it feels like the truth.