Osimhen, Ndidi Face Off As Galatasaray, Besiktas Share Spoils In Istanbul Derby
The Istanbul derby between Galatasaray and Besiktas ended in a 1-1 draw, halting Galatasaray's perfect start to the Turkish Super Lig season. Nigerian internationals Victor Osimhen and Wilfred Ndidi played key roles before being substituted, with Ndidi even preventing Osimhen from clashing with an opponent. Tammy Abraham put Besiktas ahead, but Davinson Sanchez's red card shifted the momentum. Ilkay Gundogan equalized for Galatasaray, capitalizing on their man advantage. Despite their efforts, Galatasaray couldn't secure a win against a resilient 10-man Besiktas. The draw follows Galatasaray's Champions League victory over Liverpool. Galatasaray remains top of the league, while Besiktas sits fifth.
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Verified on Oct 05, 2025