The match between Genchlerbirliği and Istanbul Bashakshehir, part of the 12th round of the Turkish Championship, was very tense and uncompromising. This match determined not only the score but also Eldor Shomurodov's position in the top scorer race.
In the first half, the game began at the initiative of the hosts. In the 35th minute, Genchlerbirligi's Talisson put his team ahead. But with the start of the second half, the situation changed dramatically - Eldor Shomurodov returned to the center of the stage. With his timely excellent positioning and accurate shot, he equalized the score and gave his team hope.
After Shomurodov's goal, Bashakshehir boosted morale, but the opportunity didn't last long. In the 52nd minute, a foul was committed in the penalty area due to a defender's error. Genchlerbirligi striker Mbaye Nyang converted the penalty, and the hosts took the lead again. In the remaining time, Bashakshehir attempted to equalize, but the opponent's confident actions left the score unchanged.
For Shomurodov, this game was symbolic. This was his third consecutive goal-scoring match. After this precise shot, he climbed to first place in the top scorer race in the Super League. Eldor currently leads the fight for the "Golden Boot" with eight goals.
Nigerian Paul Onuachu is one step behind him with seven goals. Unfortunately, the Trabzonspor striker last scored a goal a month ago. At the same time, most of the main competitors on the list of top scorers in the Turkish league are famous footballers who have gained experience in prestigious European clubs.
For example, Galatasaray forward Mauro Icardi previously played for Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain, while Fenerbahçe star Talisca started his career in Brazil and came to Europe through Benfica. Former Sevilla striker Youssouf En-Nesyri is also among the top scorers in the Turkish league.
Local goalscorer Umut Nayir is also among the leaders with 6 goals. He spent most of his career in Turkey and stands out as a player who has fully adapted to the local league environment.
This season, Shomurodov scored goals for teams such as "Beshiktosh," "Alanyaspor," "Konyaspor," "Galatasaray," "Kojaelispor," and "Genchlerbirligi," and scored a brace against "Antalyaspor."
As is known, Eldor joined Istanbul Bashakshehir on loan from Roma this year. In Turkish football, he has already become the center of attention not only of local fans but also of European scouts.
Now, all attention is focused on the match between Bashakshehir and Trabzonspor on November 23rd. In this match, the two leaders of the top scorers race - Eldor Shomurodov and Paul Onuachu - will face each other. The match is expected to be not only for points, but also one of the main trials on the path to the "Golden Boot."
Judging by Shomurodov's current spirit and athletic form, there is a very high probability that he will write a unique history in this struggle.
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