Galatasaray lose 4-1 to Samsunspor, Osimhen blames poor performance
Galatasaray lost 4-1 to Samsunspor on May 3, 2026, missing the chance to clinch the Turkish Super Lig title. The defeat leaves the Istanbul side with 74 points, four points ahead of rivals Fenerbahçe, with two matches remaining. Striker Victor Osimhen said the team did not play well and apologized to fans, insisting they will win their next home game against Antalyaspor to officially secure the championship.
This matters to Nigerian supporters because Osimhen, a key player for the Super Eagles, is chasing back-to-back titles with Galatasaray. His form and the club's success influence his standing ahead of the next Africa Cup of Nations and fuel ongoing transfer speculation linking him to European giants such as Arsenal and Barcelona.
Fans should note that Galatasaray still controls its destiny: a win over Antalyaspor next weekend will seal the title regardless of other results. Keep an eye on Osimhen’s performance in that match, as it could affect his market value and national team preparations. The club’s remaining fixtures will determine whether the Nigerian striker adds another league medal to his growing list of achievements.