Super Lig: Glory Ogbonna stars in Besiktas’ win over Galatasaray

By Wale Mustapha

Nigerian defender Glory Ogbonna put in a standout performance for Besiktas as they triumphed 1-0 over Galatasaray in a Turkish Women’s Super Lig encounter on Saturday.

The match, which was part of Matchweek 8, saw Kosovo international Donjeta Halilaj score the only goal of the game on her debut for Besiktas. Ogbonna, who has been a key player for the team this season, played a crucial role in the build-up to the goal, showcasing her defensive and attacking contributions.

The Super Falcons’ defender was on the pitch for the full 90 minutes, demonstrating leadership and composure in her defensive duties to help Besiktas secure a vital victory.

On the opposing side, Ogbonna’s national team compatriots Tosin Demehin and Flourish Sebastien were both involved for Galatasaray. Demehin played the full match, while Sebastien, who recently joined Galatasaray, was substituted at halftime.

The win is significant for Besiktas, who have now moved up to third in the league standings with 16 points, just behind Fenerbahçe and Fomget GSK.

Oluwaseun Oyediji

Oluwaseun Babatunde Oyediji is a multi-media sports journalist with over 10 years experience in Information Communication Technology (ICT), women's football, and beach soccer reportage.The prolific writer is the Media Assistant to Nigeria Beach Soccer League and Africa Beach Soccer Union as well as contributor on Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) website.He has covered multiple national and international football tournaments including Championship of African Nations (CHAN 2020), CAF Women's Champions League (2023), and Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023).Since 2021, Oyediji has covered the NWFL Premiership especially the season ending Super Six Playoffs.A member of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ogun state chapter is also the image maker of the Remo Sports Development Council under the leadership of Chief Falilat Ogunkoya and David Osuolale.

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