Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhe has expressed great delight after guiding Galatasaray to victory against rivals Fenerbahce in the Intercontinental Derby.

The 27-year-old starred as his first half brace helped the Turkish champions to a 2-1 victory over the Yellow Canaries at the RAMS Park on Monday, October 26.

Osimhen scored the opener in the 29th minute before adding the second on the 44th minute to ensure that Okan Buruk's side went into the half-time break with a two-goal buffer.

Turkish midfielder İrfan Kahveci reduced the deficit for the visitors in the 62nd minute as Galatasaray held on to secure another victory in the mammoth derby clash.

Osimhen, who was at the heart of the victory underscored the importance of the win for their title ambitions.

"Winning derbies is crucial for becoming champions. We managed to win this big derby and get three points. We are happy because of the team, the performance, and the fans,” Osimhen told the club's official website.

The former Napoli striker has now netted five goals in six matches against Fenerbahce.

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