Iheanacho scores twice as Bursaspor beats Manisa, extends scoring streak to six games

On Monday evening, September 6 2026, Kelechi Iheanacho netted two goals as Bursaspor defeated Manisa 2-1 at Manisa 19 Mayıs Stadium. The equaliser came seven minutes after Manisa's early lead, and the winner arrived in stoppage time after a mistake by goalkeeper Vedat Karakuş. Iheanacho, who joined Bursaspor from Celtic during the summer transfer window, skillfully manoeuvred past multiple defenders before striking the ball into the bottom corner for his first goal.

This brace extends Iheanacho's scoring run to six consecutive matches in the 2026/27 Turkish 1. Lig, bringing his season tally to eight goals and two assists. His form marks a strong start since his summer transfer, positioning him as one of the league's early top scorers and raising questions about his availability for the Super Eagles ahead of upcoming African Nations Championship qualifiers.

Bursaspor's next fixture is away against Ankara Keçiörengücü on September 13. Fans wanting to track his stats can follow the club's official site or the Turkish 1. Lig live scores. With the qualifiers approaching, will Iheanacho's club form earn him a recall to the Super Eagles, or should he continue focusing on securing a regular starting role in Turkey?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/08/turkey-iheanacho-scores-in-sixth-straight-game-for-new-club/