Ibrahim Olawoyin stars as Çaykur Rizespor defeat Gaziantep in Turkish Super Lig win

By Dayo Awoniyi

Nigerian winger Ibrahim Olawoyin delivered a standout performance on Saturday, scoring one goal and assisting another to lead Çaykur Rizespor to a convincing 2-0 victory over Gaziantep in the Turkish Super Lig.

The Super Eagles prospect was at the heart of Rizespor’s attacking play, earning the Man of the Match award for his influential display.

Olawoyin opened the scoring with a composed finish before turning provider to seal the result, further cementing his reputation as one of the team’s key players.

Saturday’s result marks another strong outing for Çaykur Rizespor as they continue their pursuit of a top-half finish.

Olawoyin’s contributions have been vital this season, with the 26-year-old featuring in 30 matches across all competitions, tallying four goals and seven assists.

Olawoyin’s form not only highlights his growing importance at club level but also strengthens his case for a more prominent role in Nigeria’s national team setup.

His creativity, work rate, and consistency have made him a standout performer in Rizespor’s campaign.

With several matches still to play, Rizespor will be counting on Olawoyin to maintain his momentum as they aim to finish the season on a high.