Kelechi Iheanacho continued his impressive scoring run, finding the net for the 12th consecutive game as Bursaspor defeated Keçiörengücü 4-2 on Sunday.
The victory propelled the Green Crocodiles to the top of the Turkish 1. Lig table, marking their third consecutive league win.
Iheanacho scored Bursaspor’s third goal five minutes into the second half to maintain his remarkable form in front of goal.
The 30-year-old has now recorded 16 goals and three assists in 12 appearances for the club this season.
Bursaspor will aim to extend their winning streak when they host Bandırmaspor in their next league fixture on Saturday.
In the Turkish Super Lig, Chidozie Awaziem scored a brace to inspire Konyaspor to a 2-0 victory over Gençlerbirliği.
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Awaziem opened the scoring two minutes before half-time, handing the hosts a vital lead going into the break.
Gençlerbirliği pushed forward after the restart in a bid to draw level, but Konyaspor held firm at the back to frustrate the visitors.
The Nigerian defender struck again 11 minutes into the second half, reacting quickest from close range after Gençlerbirliği failed to clear a corner kick.
His second goal sealed the victory for Konyaspor, ending their three-match winless run in the league and securing all three points for the hosts.
Tolu Arokodare was also on target in Holland, scoring the winning goal as Ajax secured a 2-1 victory over Sparta Rotterdam.
The striker found the back of the net just before half-time to earn the former European champions all three points.
Arokodare has now recorded nine goals and three assists in 14 appearances across all competitions this season.
By Adeboye Amosu
