Iheanacho Scores in 10th Consecutive Game as Bursaspor Suffer Home Defeat
Kelechi Iheanacho scored in his 10th consecutive game for club and country, but Bursaspor lost 2-1 to Mardin 1969 Spor
In Brief
- •Kelechi Iheanacho scored in his 10th consecutive game for club and country, but Bursaspor lost 2-1 to Mardin 1969 Spor
- •Iheanacho’s equaliser came in the 81st minute after Bursaspor trailed 1-0 from Tonio Teklic
- •Zdravko Dimitrov netted the stoppage‑time winner in the fourth minute of added time, securing a 2-1 victory
- •Iheanacho’s scoring streak now stands at nine consecutive games for Bursaspor in the Turkish First League, with 14 goal contributions overall
- •Bursaspor sit on 19 points, three behind leaders Kayserispor; their next match is away at Muğlaspor on 15 October
Why It Matters
Iheanacho’s consistent goal‑scoring form underscores his importance to Bursaspor’s push for promotion in the TFF 1. Lig. The 19‑point tally places the club just behind the league leaders, making every match crucial for their campaign. The stoppage‑time defeat highlights the fine margins in the division and the impact of late goals on standings. Bursaspor’s upcoming match against Muğlaspor will be pivotal in determining whether they can close the gap to Kayserispor and secure a top‑four finish.
Key Details
- Scoreline
- 2-1
- Iheanacho goal minute
- 81st
- Stoppage‑time winner minute
- 4th minute of stoppage time
- Bursaspor points
- 19
- Next match
- Muğlaspor on 15 October
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