Kelechi Iheanacho extended his extraordinary scoring run on Sunday, striking as Bursaspor claimed a 4-2 away win over Keçiörengücü in Turkey’s 1. Lig.
Iheanacho delivers in six-goal encounter
The Nigeria international scored five minutes after the restart at Aktepe Stadium, putting Bursaspor 3-2 in front after a breathless opening 45 minutes in which each side had scored twice.
- Keçiörengücü moved ahead in the seventh minute when Emirhan Başyiğit scored an own goal.
- Amine Boutrah brought Bursaspor level eight minutes later.
- Lewis Baker gave the visiting side the lead in the 35th minute.
- Oğuzcan Çalışkan made it 2-2 two minutes before the interval.
Visitors take command after half-time
Keçiörengücü attempted to respond following Iheanacho’s decisive second-half intervention, but Bursaspor protected their advantage and added another goal in the 66th minute. Lincoln made it 4-2, giving the visitors firmer control of the contest and sealing an important victory.
Record-breaking run continues
Iheanacho’s goal meant he has now scored in 12 straight league outings, surpassing his own mark for the longest scoring sequence in Turkish football. Before Sunday’s match, he had found the net in 11 consecutive league appearances for Bursaspor.
- His current league scoring streak stands at 12 matches.
- Across his last 13 games for club and country, he has produced 18 goal involvements.
- The former Leicester City and Celtic attacker has scored 16 times and registered two assists in that period.
Key attacking influence for Bursaspor
The forward’s sustained output has made him a central figure in Bursaspor’s attacking unit since his move to the Turkish side. His recent performances have reflected both his confidence and clinical edge in front of goal.
Iheanacho will aim to keep the momentum going as Bursaspor pursue their objectives in the Turkish second tier, with his form offering supporters plenty of encouragement for the games to come.
