Kelechi Iheanacho brace fires Bursaspor to 2-1 win over Manisa in Turkish league
Kelechi Iheanacho scored twice as Bursaspor defeated Manisa 2-1 away in the Turkish 1. Lig on Monday evening. Manisa took the lead in the 20th minute through Cheikne Sylla, but Iheanacho equalised seven minutes later with a solo run from the edge of the box, driving past defenders and finishing low into the net. In added time, he pounced on a goalkeeping error by Vedat Karakuş to slot home the winner, completing the brace.
The goals extend Iheanacho's scoring run to six straight league matches, taking his season tally to eight goals and two assists in just six appearances since joining Bursaspor in the summer. He has now scored in every league game this season, positioning himself as one of the league's leading strikers.
For Nigerian fans, the form reinforces Iheanacho's claim to a regular spot in the Super Eagles, especially as Nigeria prepares for 2026 World Cup qualifiers. His ability to perform consistently in a competitive European league offers a reliable attacking option ahead of the crucial matches.
Will his goal-scoring streak earn him a permanent place in the national team setup, or will coaches look elsewhere for attacking depth?