Bursaspor: Iheanacho scoreless for the first time after 12 matches

Kelechi Iheanacho’s impressive streak has come to an end. After scoring in each of his first twelve appearances for Bursaspor, the Nigerian striker failed to find the net for the first time this season against Bandırmaspor. His team nevertheless secured a convincing 3-0 victory this Saturday on matchday 13 of the Turkish second division.

Bursaspor cruise without their goalscorer

In front of nearly 40,000 supporters in the stands, Bursaspor quickly took control of the match. Halil Akbunar opened the scoring in the 7th minute, before Lynford Sackey Baker put on a show. The striker scored twice, in the 12th and 23rd minutes, allowing the hosts to go into the break with a comfortable three-goal lead. Despite a few attempts in the second half, the scoreline did not change. Bursaspor thus secured a clear victory over Bandırmaspor.

This match was nevertheless a special one for Kelechi Iheanacho. The Nigerian had found the net in each of his first twelve appearances for the club. Against Bandırmaspor, he was unable to add another goal to his tally. His streak therefore ends at twelve consecutive matches with at least one goal. It is a performance that highlights his attacking influence since joining Bursaspor, even though this time his teammates stepped up.

Thanks to this success, Bursaspor moved onto 31 points and retained top spot in the league after 13 matchdays. The club can therefore take away the essentials: another victory and three goals scored, despite a goalless evening for their Nigerian striker.

Aliou Toundé |

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