By Dan Mughogho
Published: October 10, 2026
Updated: October 12, 2026
Galatasaray produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat Kasimpasa 3-1 in the Turkish Super Lig, scoring twice in the final minutes despite playing with 10 men following Lucas Torreira’s red card.
The defending champions looked in danger of dropping points after Jesurun Rak-Sakyi equalised for Kasimpasa in the second half. However, Baris Alper Yilmaz restored Galatasaray’s lead in the 90th minute before Mario Lemina sealed the victory in stoppage time.
Victor Osimhen played a decisive role after coming off the bench. The Nigerian striker did not score, but he helped Galatasaray increase the pressure on the visitors before providing the assist for Lemina’s final goal.
The match took place at Rams Park in Istanbul on October 9, 2026. The result lifted Galatasaray to 16 points from seven league matches, while Kasimpasa remained on 10 points after suffering their first league defeat of the season.
Galatasaray Take the Lead Before Half-Time
Galatasaray started strongly at home, looking to maintain their momentum in the Turkish Super Lig. The champions created several opportunities and tested Kasimpasa goalkeeper Andreas Gianniotis, who made important saves to keep the visitors in the contest.
The breakthrough came in the 45th minute.
Abdulkerim Bardakci headed the ball into the net from Aleksey Batrakov’s set-piece delivery, giving Galatasaray a 1-0 advantage shortly before half-time.
The goal rewarded the home side’s pressure, although Kasimpasa had done enough defensively to prevent Galatasaray from building a more comfortable lead.
Kasimpasa had entered the match unbeaten in the league and had conceded only five goals across their opening six matches. Their defensive organisation made it difficult for Galatasaray to convert their attacking pressure into further goals.
The visitors remained within reach at the break, setting up a tense second half.
Lucas Torreira Red Card Changes the Match
Galatasaray’s control weakened after the interval when midfielder Lucas Torreira was sent off following a VAR review.
The incident occurred around the 65th minute. Torreira’s initial yellow card was upgraded to a red, leaving Galatasaray with 10 players for the remainder of the match.
The dismissal gave Kasimpasa an opportunity to exploit their numerical advantage.
Three minutes later, the visitors found their equaliser. Following a corner and a defensive intervention, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi struck the loose ball into the net to make it 1-1.
The goal changed the atmosphere at Rams Park. Galatasaray had lost a midfielder to a red card and surrendered their lead, while Kasimpasa could now target a victory against a side reduced to 10 men.
The hosts needed a response, but they also had to manage the defensive risks that came with pushing forward.
Victor Osimhen Gives Galatasaray Fresh Attacking Energy
Galatasaray introduced Osimhen in the 77th minute, alongside Leroy Sane, as the team searched for a late winner.
The Nigerian forward immediately added movement and urgency to the attack. His presence gave Galatasaray another option in the final third and forced Kasimpasa to pay closer attention to runs behind the defence.
Osimhen quickly became involved in dangerous attacking moves. He brought the ball down for Sane, whose effort was saved by Gianniotis. The striker then came close himself, but the goalkeeper again prevented Galatasaray from scoring.
Despite their numerical disadvantage, the hosts continued to create chances. Osimhen’s movement helped stretch the defence and opened opportunities for teammates to attack the penalty area.
His introduction proved important as Galatasaray refused to settle for a draw.
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Baris Alper Yilmaz Scores a Dramatic Late Winner
Galatasaray finally broke through in the 90th minute.
Ismail Jakobs delivered the ball into the penalty area, where Baris Alper Yilmaz controlled it before finishing with his left foot to put the home side ahead 2-1.
The goal sparked celebrations among the Galatasaray supporters and changed the pressure on both teams. The champions were now in front despite having played the closing stages with 10 men.
Kasimpasa had little time to recover and needed another goal to rescue a point. Their search for an equaliser also risked leaving spaces for Galatasaray to exploit.
Yilmaz’s finish gave the hosts the advantage they had been chasing, but the match still had time for one more decisive moment.
Osimhen Assists Mario Lemina to Complete the 3-1 Victory
Galatasaray put the result beyond doubt six minutes into stoppage time.
Osimhen supplied the pass for Mario Lemina, who finished to make it 3-1. The goal completed the comeback and confirmed a memorable victory for the Istanbul club.
The assist gave Osimhen a direct contribution to the result without adding his name to the scoresheet. His impact came through his attacking movement, involvement in the build-up and ability to help Galatasaray maintain pressure late in the match.
Lemina, who had entered the game earlier as a substitute, delivered the finishing touch that secured all three points.
Galatasaray had faced a red card, a second-half equaliser and the possibility of dropping points at home. Instead, the team scored twice late on to turn a difficult evening into a convincing final scoreline.
What the Result Means for the Turkish Super Lig
The 3-1 victory took Galatasaray to 16 points from seven matches, strengthening their position in the early Turkish Super Lig standings.
The result was significant because the champions had to overcome two major setbacks: Torreira’s dismissal and Rak-Sakyi’s equaliser.
Rather than allowing the match to slip away, Galatasaray continued attacking and found the decisive goals in the final minutes.
Kasimpasa remained on 10 points after suffering their first league defeat of the season. Their unbeaten start came to an end despite drawing level after Galatasaray were reduced to 10 players.
The result also demonstrated how substitutions and late attacking pressure can influence a match, particularly when a team is forced to adjust its approach after a red card.
Osimhen’s Contribution Extends Beyond Goals
Osimhen’s performance against Kasimpasa showed that a forward’s influence is not measured only by goals.
The striker entered the match with Galatasaray searching for a breakthrough. He created problems for the opposing defence, came close to scoring and eventually assisted Lemina’s stoppage-time finish.
His contribution was particularly valuable because Galatasaray had one fewer player on the pitch. The team needed to make its attacking opportunities count, and Osimhen helped turn the late pressure into a decisive goal.
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Osimhen’s involvement against Kasimpasa will give Galatasaray confidence as they prepare for their next fixtures, including their upcoming UEFA Champions League match against Barcelona.
Galatasaray vs Kasimpasa: Match Summary
- Final score: Galatasaray 3-1 Kasimpasa
- Competition: Turkish Super Lig
- Date: October 9, 2026
- Venue: Rams Park, Istanbul, Turkey
- Galatasaray scorers: Abdulkerim Bardakci (45′), Baris Alper Yilmaz (90′), Mario Lemina (90+6′)
- Kasimpasa scorer: Jesurun Rak-Sakyi (68′)
- Red card: Lucas Torreira (65′)
- Key contribution: Victor Osimhen assisted Mario Lemina’s stoppage-time goal
- Galatasaray points: 16 from seven matches
- Kasimpasa points: 10
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What was the final score between Galatasaray and Kasimpasa?
Galatasaray defeated Kasimpasa 3-1 in the Turkish Super Lig on October 9, 2026.
Q2. Did Victor Osimhen score against Kasimpasa?
No. Osimhen did not score, but he assisted Mario Lemina’s stoppage-time goal that completed Galatasaray’s 3-1 victory.
Q3. Who scored for Galatasaray?
Abdulkerim Bardakci scored in the 45th minute, Baris Alper Yilmaz scored in the 90th minute, and Mario Lemina scored in the 90+6th minute.
Q4. Why did Galatasaray play with 10 men?
Lucas Torreira was sent off after a VAR review upgraded his initial yellow card to a red card around the 65th minute.
Q5. Who scored Kasimpasa’s goal?
Jesurun Rak-Sakyi scored in the 68th minute to make the score 1-1.
Q6. How many points did Galatasaray have after the match?
Galatasaray reached 16 points from seven league matches following the victory.
Q7. Where was Galatasaray vs Kasimpasa played?
The match took place at Rams Park in Istanbul, Turkey.
Q8. Who assisted Mario Lemina’s goal?
Victor Osimhen provided the assist for Lemina’s stoppage-time goal.
Final Thoughts
Galatasaray’s 3-1 victory over Kasimpasa was a comeback built on persistence, effective substitutions and composure in front of goal.
After Torreira’s dismissal and Rak-Sakyi’s equaliser, the champions could have dropped points. Instead, Yilmaz restored their lead before Osimhen assisted Lemina’s decisive finish.
The result strengthened Galatasaray’s early-season position and showed the team’s ability to respond under pressure. For Osimhen, the assist was a reminder that his influence can extend beyond scoring.
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