Onuachu inspires Trabzonspor to crucial win over Galatasaray
Trabzonspor secured a vital 2-1 victory against Galatasaray in the Turkish Süper Lig, with three Nigerians playing pivotal roles. Paul Onuachu opened the scoring, marking his first-ever goal against Galatasaray and extending his lead as the league’s top scorer. Chibuike Nwaiwu netted the winner after an assist from Anthony Nwakaeme, highlighting the impact of the Nigerian trio. The win puts Trabzonspor just one point behind the league leaders, intensifying the title race.
Match highlights
- Paul Onuachu scored early with a header, assisted by Wagner Pina, marking his first goal against Galatasaray and bringing his season tally to 22.
- Onuachu has now scored against all three of Turkey’s traditional “big clubs”: Galatasaray, Fenerbahce, and Besiktas.
- Galatasaray equalized in the second half, but missed key players including Victor Osimhen (injury), Leroy Sane (suspension), and Gabriel Sara (injury).
- Chibuike Nwaiwu restored Trabzonspor’s lead with his third league goal, set up by Anthony Nwakaeme.
- The victory moves Trabzonspor within one point of Galatasaray, keeping their title hopes alive and underlining the importance of their Nigerian players.
