Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has taken Turkish football by storm, rewriting the record books with an extraordinary scoring run that has transformed Bursaspor’s promotion ambitions.
The Super Eagles forward made history on Thursday, October 15, 2026, scoring twice and providing an assist in Bursaspor’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Muğlaspor.
The brace reportedly took Iheanacho’s tally to 14 goals and three assists in 10 league appearances, extending his remarkable run of scoring in 10 consecutive matches.
The 30-year-old’s feat has reportedly made him the first player in Turkish professional league football to score in 10 successive matches, surpassing the previous nine-game benchmark associated with legendary Turkish forwards Metin Oktay and Saffet Sancaklı.
Iheanacho’s remarkable resurgence comes after difficult spells at Spanish club Sevilla and Scottish giants Celtic.
The Nigerian international joined Turkish second-tier outfit Bursaspor on a free transfer in the summer of 2026, seeking a fresh start and regular playing time.
Nicknamed “Senior Man”, he announced his arrival with a goal and an assist on his debut against Bodrum FK on August 9. Since then, he has continued to punish opposition defences, scoring in every league appearance during the reported run.
His consistency has made him the driving force behind Bursaspor’s campaign, with his goals and assists accounting for more than 80 per cent of the club’s league goal contributions, according to the figures reported.
The former Leicester City and Manchester City forward had already established himself as a central figure in Bursaspor’s campaign before his latest milestone.
On September 19, he reportedly matched the club’s record of scoring in eight consecutive matches, previously set by Brazilian striker Fernandão during the 2014/15 season.
His subsequent goals carried him beyond that mark, making him Bursaspor’s outright record-holder for consecutive league matches with a goal.
The latest achievement has further elevated his standing in Turkish football, turning the Nigerian forward into one of the season’s most talked-about players.
Beyond his club exploits, Iheanacho’s form offers a timely boost to Nigeria’s Super Eagles as the national team looks to strengthen its attacking options.
His prolific return in Turkey has revived his career prospects after his struggles for consistent impact at Sevilla and Celtic.
For Bursaspor, his goals could prove decisive in the club’s pursuit of promotion. For Nigeria, the striker’s resurgence presents another attacking option capable of delivering goals when it matters most.
From career uncertainty to record-breaking performances, Iheanacho is making his mark in Turkey—and Bursaspor’s promotion dream is gathering momentum with the Nigerian leading the charge.
