Victor Osimhen has opened his Europa League account with a first-half brace in Galatasaray’s home game against Tottenham.
- Osimhen restored Gala’s lead after 19-year-old Will Lankshear cancelled out Yunus Akgun’s early goal for the hosts in the 18th minute.
- The forward, on loan from Napoli, struck his first goal in the 31st minute with an assist from Dries Mertens.
- Eight minutes later, the two combined again for Galatasaray’s third goal, marking Osimhen’s second of the match, to close the half in a strong position.
- He now has three goal contributions in the UEL this season, having previously recorded a brace.
- Spurs had only previously conceded one goal in three games played in the competition this season and are now facing the prospect of their first defeat.- The second half action has resumed at Rams Park.
