Iheanacho tops the Turkish league with 11 goals in eight games

Kelechi Iheanacho has been named the standout player in the first eight matchdays of the Turkish TFF 1. Lig by beIN SPORTS. The 29‑year‑old Nigerian striker scored 11 goals and provided two assists in just eight appearances for Bursaspor, helping the club secure six wins, one draw and one loss for 19 points and second place in the league, behind Kayserispor on goal difference. Iheanacho joined Bursaspor as a free agent after his contract with Scottish Premiership side Celtic expired.

His rapid impact underlines the quality of Nigerian talent plying their trade abroad and gives fans a reason to be optimistic about the Super Eagles’ attacking options ahead of upcoming qualifiers. Bursaspor’s strong start also shows that the league is competitive, with the striker’s contributions proving vital to the team’s push for promotion.

Will Iheanacho’s form earn him a regular starting place in the Super Eagles for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, and should Nigerian clubs look to replicate the development pathways that produced him?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/super-eagles-kelechi-iheanacho-emerges-best-player-in-turkey/