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Umar’s Brace Secures Victory for Osmanlispor Against 10-Man Akhisar Belediye
In a thrilling Turkish top-flight clash on Monday, Osmanlispor emerged victorious against Akhisar Belediye, thanks to a stellar performance by Rio 2016 Olympic Games bronze medalist, Aminu Umar. The Nigerian international showcased his prowess by scoring a brace, propelling Osmanlispor to a hard-fought win.
Umar’s goal-scoring tally now stands at an impressive four goals in 16 league appearances and five goals across all competitions. Notably, the forward has found the back of the net thrice in his last three games for Osmanlispor this season.
The match kicked off with both teams displaying their attacking intent, but it was Osmanlispor who drew first blood. Musa Cagiran calmly converted a penalty in the 27th minute, giving his side an early lead. However, the resilient Akhisar Belediye fought back, with Soner Aydogdu equalizing in the 36th minute.
The second half witnessed a flurry of goals, with Umar seizing the opportunity to showcase his scoring prowess. In the 48th minute, the Nigerian forward found the back of the net, restoring Osmanlispor’s lead. Yet, Akhisar Belediye refused to be deterred, as Aydogdu converted a penalty in the 59th minute, leveling the scoreline once again.
However, the tide turned in favor of Osmanlispor when Akhisar Belediye’s Omer Bayram was shown a red card in the 63rd minute, reducing the visitors to 10 men. Osmanlispor capitalized on the numerical advantage, and Umar capitalized on a golden opportunity, securing his second goal of the match and a 3-2 lead for his team.
This crucial victory propelled Osmanlispor to 14th place in the 18-team league table, with 17 points, narrowly avoiding the relegation zone by a mere two points. The win serves as a morale booster for Osmanlispor, who will be looking to build on this success in their upcoming fixtures.
Umar’s exceptional performance has undoubtedly endeared him to the Osmanlispor faithful, as they continue to support their team’s quest for a successful campaign. With his consistent goal-scoring form, Umar has proven to be a key asset for Osmanlispor, providing the much-needed firepower in their pursuit of victory.
