Victor Osimhen was on target as Galatasaray clinched their 25th Turkish Super Lig title on Sunday, delivering a 3-0 win over Kayserispor and leaving rivals Fenerbahce, managed by Jose Mourinho, to finish runners-up for the fourth consecutive season.
The Nigerian striker opened the scoring, taking his league tally to 25 goals since joining Galatasaray on loan from Napoli in September. Veteran goalkeeper Fernando Muslera added a rare goal from the penalty spot late in the match to seal the triumph.
Galatasaray, who have led the league since the third round, are now eight points clear with two games to go, confirming their qualification for the Champions League league phase.
Fenerbahce’s failure to win any of their four Istanbul derbies against Galatasaray and Besiktas ultimately cost them the title. Their last championship win came 11 years ago, and pressure is mounting on Mourinho, with Turkish media speculating his exit may come before his contract ends next year.
Tensions boiled over last month when Mourinho clashed physically with Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk after a Turkish Cup quarter-final loss — a moment that may define a frustrating campaign for the Portuguese manager.
What you should know
Victor Osimhen’s stellar form proved decisive in Galatasaray’s title run, while Jose Mourinho’s continued struggles in Istanbul raise serious questions about his future with Fenerbahce.
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