Osi-Men standing alone: Why Nigeria's Baller of the Week is in a class of his own

Some players score goals, but Victor Osimhen decides matches. And on Saturday night in Istanbul, the Super Eagles forward rose to head home a Leroy Sane cross in the 39th minute.

It was a moment of pure predatory quality that ended Besiktas's 18-game unbeaten run, and sent Galatasaray seven points clear at the top of the Super Lig, and confirmed what anyone watching European football already knows: right now, Osimhen is Nigeria's most dangerous player in form.

The goal was only part of the story. When Sane was sent off in the 62nd minute, reducing Galatasaray to ten men, Osimhen dropped into defence, tracked runners and helped his side survive a ferocious final half hour.

The strike stretched his goal contribution streak to eight consecutive league matches, equalling the longest run of his professional career.

Galatasaray face Liverpool at Anfield in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg on Tuesday. Based on current form, the Merseyside club have every reason to be concerned.

• Wilfred Ndidi

Immense in defeat for Besiktas - two tackles, six recoveries, and 85% passing accuracy. Nearly levelled with a long-ranger in the 72nd minute.

• Akor Adams

Ended a seven-game drought with a cool opener for Sevilla, but couldn't prevent a 1–1 draw against Rayo Vallecano.

• Moses Simon

Three chances created, three key passes at Lyon, but Paris FC drew 1–1 and Simon ended the evening empty-handed.

• Ademola Lookman

Involved but wasteful in Atletico's 3–2 win over Real Sociedad. Four matches now without a goal or assist.

• Maduka Okoye

A costly error gifted Atalanta a lifeline in a 2–2 draw that Udinese had been winning comfortably.