Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho continues to make waves at Turkish club Bursaspor, matching a record that has stood for over a decade. Iheanacho scored twice in Bursaspor's 2-1 win over Batman Petrolspor, taking his tally to 11 goals and two assists in eight league appearances. His impressive form has seen him find the net in every league game since joining the club. Iheanacho's latest goals extended his scoring streak to eight consecutive matches, equalling the Bursaspor record set by Brazilian striker Fernandao in the 2014/15 season.
Fernandao, the Brazilian striker, scored in eight successive league matches between rounds 12 and 19 of the 2014/15 Süper Lig season, with a total of 13 goals in 18 league appearances. Iheanacho has now matched Fernandao's mark, despite playing in Turkey's second tier. The Nigerian's impressive run began after his brace against Manisa FK on 7 September extended his previous personal best of six consecutive matches with a goal. Iheanacho's recent performances have seen him score against Manisa FK, Esenler Erokspor, and Batman Petrolspor.
Iheanacho now has the opportunity to make Bursaspor history outright if he scores in his next league appearance. This would see him move beyond Fernandao's eight-game mark and establish a new club record for consecutive matches with a goal. The Nigerian international joined Bursaspor this summer as a free agent after a successful spell with Glasgow giants Celtic. His impact in Turkey has been immediate, with his goals playing a major role in Bursaspor's impressive start to the campaign.
Bursaspor are currently top of the Turkish second division with 19 points from their opening eight matches, having recorded six wins and one draw. They hold a three-point advantage over Kayserispor, who have played one match fewer. Iheanacho's form has been crucial to the team's success, and he will be looking to continue his impressive run in the coming weeks.
Iheanacho's remarkable form comes at an important time for his international career, with Nigeria's friendly against Russia next month. This will be his first call-up in over a year, and he will have the opportunity to impress Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle. Iheanacho's last involvement with the national team was at the 2025 Unity Cup in London.
A return to the Super Eagles could lead to a place back in the main Africa Cup of Nations qualifying group and potentially the squad for next year's continental championship. For now, however, Iheanacho is focused on making Bursaspor history. One more goal could make him the first player in the club's history to score in nine consecutive league matches.
Iheanacho's confidence is soaring, and his goals are flowing in Turkey. The Nigerian striker will be hoping to continue his impressive form and make a lasting impact at Bursaspor. With his next league appearance, Iheanacho could cement his place in the club's history books and take a significant step towards establishing a new record.
Key points
- - Iheanacho has matched a decade-old Bursaspor record with eight consecutive matches with a goal. - He has scored 11 goals and provided two assists in eight league appearances for Bursaspor. - A goal in his next league appearance could see Iheanacho establish a new club record for consecutive matches with a goal.
