Iheanacho scores twice as Bursaspor defeat Batman Petrolspor in Turkish league

Bursaspor secured a 2-1 away victory over Batman Petrolspor on Saturday night, September 19, 2026, with Kelechi Iheanacho scoring both goals. Doria gave the hosts a 29th-minute lead before Iheanacho equalised from the penalty spot in the 60th minute. Five minutes from full time, he completed the comeback with a close-range finish after a quick counter‑attack, securing all three points for the Green Crocodiles.

The win matters for Iheanacho’s club form and his national team prospects. Having just seen teammate Awoniyi called up for the upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea‑Bissau, Iheanacho’s brace could strengthen his case for a Super Eagles recall. Bursa fans celebrated the result, highlighting the growing impact of Nigerian players in Turkish football.

With the Super Eagles preparing for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, will this double‑goal performance be enough to earn Iheanacho a return to the national squad, or will coaches look elsewhere for attacking options?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/20/turkey-iheanacho-savours-bursaspors-victory-over-batman-petrolspor/