Kelechi Iheanacho is enjoying a sensational run in Turkey, and the Super Eagles striker has now written his name into the country’s football history books after scoring in 10 consecutive matches for Bursaspor.
The Nigerian forward delivered another outstanding performance on Thursday, October 15, scoring twice and providing an assist as Bursaspor defeated Muğlaspor 3-0 away from home.
After a goalless first half, Iheanacho finally broke the deadlock in the 58th minute, finishing a pass from Halil Akbunar to extend his remarkable scoring streak. He returned in the 73rd minute to double Bursaspor’s advantage with a composed left-footed finish before setting up Hüseyin Maldar for the third goal in the 83rd minute.
But the biggest talking point is the record behind those goals. Iheanacho has surpassed the nine-consecutive-match scoring streaks previously achieved by Turkish football legends Metin Oktay and Saffet Sancaklı.
The former Manchester City and Leicester City striker had already broken Bursaspor’s club record before Thursday’s game. Now, he has taken his achievement to another level, making history across Turkish football.
His latest performance brings his tally to 14 goals and three assists in 10 appearances this season, an impressive return that has put him firmly in the spotlight.
Iheanacho’s resurgence will undoubtedly excite Nigerian football fans, especially those eager to see the striker maintain this form and make an impact for the Super Eagles.
For now, the Nigerian star is letting his football do the talking. With defenders struggling to stop his scoring run, the big question is whether anyone can end it.
How many goals do you think Iheanacho will score before this incredible streak comes to an end?
