Substitute Batshuayi Delivers Victory For Galatasaray Against 10-Man Bodrum

November 23, (THEWILL) – Galatasaray notched a 1-0 victory against Bodrum FK in their Turkish Super League clash at Grey Beton Bodrum Stadium. Michy Batshuayi scored the decisive goal in the 54th minute, following an assist from Dries Mertens, maintaining Galatasaray’s impressive form in the campaign.

The match took a crucial turn when Bodrum FK’s Ege Bilsel received a second yellow card in the 45th minute, reducing his team to 10 players. Despite playing with numerical advantage for the entire second half, Galatasaray required Batshuayi’s introduction from the bench to break the deadlock against a determined Bodrum FK defence.

Galatasaray’s victory carries additional significance, establishing a record points total after 12 matches in Turkish Super League history. The Istanbul-based club has accumulated 34 points from a possible 36, demonstrating remarkable consistency under manager Okan Buruk’s leadership throughout the 2024/2025 season.

Victor Osimhen was instrumental to their win contributing to the attacking efforts with three shots, including one on target. His best chance came in the 84th minute during a fast break, but his left foot strike was blocked. Despite that, Osimhen’s relentless presence in the final third added significant pressure to the Bodrumspor defence, helping Galatasaray to the crucial win.

The result strengthens their position at the summit of the League, while Bodrum FK remain on 11 points. Looking ahead, Galatasaray prepare to travel to AZ Alkmaar for their next fixture in the UEFA Europa League, while Bodrum FK face an away match against Samsunspor in the Turkish Super League.