Galatasaray-Fenerbahçe: Victor Osimhen joins Wesley Sneijder in derby history

26.10.26 FT Super Lig Turkey

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Victor Osimhen made his mark in the derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe on Monday, October 26, 2026. The Nigerian striker scored twice, including a superb left-footed strike in the 29th minute, and moved closer to a record associated with Wesley Sneijder.

Galatasaray were able to rely on their centre-forward to take the lead against their great rivals. In the 29th minute, Victor Osimhen controlled the ball perfectly before unleashing a powerful left-footed shot. The precise finish allowed the Istanbul side to open the scoring in this Süper Lig clash.

The Nigerian international did not stop there. He scored a second goal in the 44th minute, this time with a header, to help Galatasaray extend their lead before the break.

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Osimhen follows in Wesley Sneijder’s footsteps

This performance recalls Wesley Sneijder’s display, when he scored twice against Fenerbahçe on October 18, 2014. The Dutch midfielder secured the victory for Galatasaray (2-1) with two goals scored late in the match.

The two players share another connection: İsmail Kartal was in charge of Fenerbahçe in both derbies, in 2014 and in October 2026.

With his brace, Osimhen joins the list of notable Galatasaray performances against their historic rivals. His left-footed strike, preceded by a controlled touch, will remain one of the defining images of the match.

The comparison with Sneijder highlights the significance of his performance, although Osimhen’s status as the second player to have scored against a team coached by Kartal in the Süper Lig still needs to be statistically established.

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