Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho has made an impressive start to life in Turkey, scoring 16 goals in his first 12 league appearances for Bursaspor. The 30-year-old, who joined the club as a free agent during the summer, has found the net in every league match he has featured in. Bursaspor currently lead the TFF First League table with 28 points from 12 matches. Iheanacho's remarkable form has surpassed his expectations, and he is determined to help the club secure promotion to the Süper Lig.
Iheanacho has become the first player in Turkish league history to score in 12 consecutive appearances. His goal against Muğlaspor on 15th October extended his scoring streak to 10 consecutive league matches, taking him past the previous record jointly held by Galatasaray legends Metin Oktay and Saffet Sancaklı. Iheanacho's impressive form has made him a key player for Bursaspor, and he is expected to lead the attack in the club's upcoming match against Bandırmaspor.
Despite his outstanding individual numbers, Iheanacho insists that securing the league title and earning promotion to Turkey's top flight remain his biggest priorities. He described the TFF First League as a competitive division filled with quality players. Iheanacho expressed his desire to maintain his impressive form as the campaign progresses, saying, "The First League is a really good and tough league. Incredible players are playing there."
Iheanacho's goal is to show more of these performances as the season progresses. He emphasized that the team's ultimate goal is to become champions and get promoted to the Süper Lig. The striker added that he wants to do this, and they are playing for it. Iheanacho's focus is on helping the club achieve its goal, and he is determined to make a significant contribution.
Beyond the immediate target of promotion, Iheanacho hopes to leave a lasting legacy at the club. He admitted that becoming one of Bursaspor's greats would mean a lot to him and his family. Iheanacho said, "Becoming a legend of a great club like Bursaspor would be a great honour for me and my family. I hope something like that happens." This statement highlights his commitment to the club and his desire to make a lasting impact.
Iheanacho has already secured his place in Turkish football history with his record-breaking start. His impressive form has made him a key player for Bursaspor, and he will be eager to extend his extraordinary scoring streak in the club's upcoming match against Bandırmaspor. The match will take place at the Centennial Atatürk Stadium on Saturday, and Iheanacho is expected to lead the attack.
Bursaspor will look to maintain its position at the summit of the TFF First League table when they welcome Bandırmaspor to the Centennial Atatürk Stadium on Saturday. Iheanacho's pursuit of a historic season in Turkey continues, and he will be determined to make a significant contribution to the club's success. With his impressive form and commitment to the club, Iheanacho is well on his way to achieving his goals.
Key points
- Iheanacho has scored 16 goals in his first 12 league appearances for Bursaspor.
- Iheanacho has become the first player in Turkish league history to score in 12 consecutive appearances.
- Iheanacho aims to help Bursaspor secure promotion to the Süper Lig and become a club legend.
