Samsunspor: Marius Mouandilmadji is already back among the goals

17.08.26 FT Super Lig Turkey

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Marius Mouandilmadji has wasted no time finding the net again for Samsunspor. On the opening day of the Süper Lig, the Chadian striker played a pivotal role in his team’s thrilling 3-3 draw against Göztepe on Monday, August 17, converting a penalty to pull his side back into the match. It’s a promising start for the forward, who finished last season as the club’s top scorer.

Mouandilmadji is already making his mark. With Samsunspor struggling in this six-goal thriller, the Chadian stepped up from the spot to bring his team level. He could have doubled his tally and potentially changed the outcome, but his second penalty attempt didn’t find the back of the net.

Still, it’s a positive outing for the 28-year-old striker, who opens the new campaign with a goal. His ability to make an immediate impact underlines his importance in Samsunspor’s setup, where he has cemented himself as one of the main attacking threats.

A highly productive previous season

This first goal picks up right where he left off last season. In 2025-2026, Mouandilmadji netted 10 goals and provided 4 assists in 34 Süper Lig matches, finishing as Samsunspor’s top scorer in the league. Across all competitions, he racked up 18 goals and 6 assists in 44 appearances.

The Chadian also particularly shone on the European stage. In the Conference League, he scored 8 goals in 10 matches, adding two assists. He finished level with Mikael Ishak among the competition’s top scorers, just behind Ismaïla Sarr’s nine goals. This kind of efficiency was crucial to Samsunspor’s European run and showcased his growing stature.

Mouandilmadji, a rock-solid asset for Samsunspor

Since arriving at Samsunspor in 2023 from Seraing, Mouandilmadji has steadily established himself as a key figure in attack. He scored 9 league goals in his debut season, then followed up with back-to-back campaigns of 10 goals each in the Süper Lig.

His fresh start already hints at another standout season ahead. With an opening day goal—even after missing a second penalty—the Chadian international is making his intentions clear: he aims to remain one of Samsunspor’s driving attacking forces and to continue the consistency that has become his trademark.

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