Shomurodov scores in his 3rd consecutive game in Turkey, setting a record!
In the 3rd round of the Turkish Super Lig, Başakşehir drew 1-1 at home against Kasımpaşa. This Istanbul derby became a brilliant showcase for Uzbekistan national team captain Eldor Shomurodov.
Having opened the scoring and created several dangerous chances, Shomurodov continues his productive streak this season.
Shomurodov's Heroics: A chronicle of all dangerous moments in the match
Throughout the match, Eldor Shomurodov was a real headache for the opposing defenders:
11th minute: Shomurodov jumped high to meet Olsen's cross from the right flank, sending a dangerous header towards the goal;
18th minute — GOAL! (1:0): After a pass from Bozok, Shomurodov took a shot from outside the penalty area. The ball deflected off a defender, wrong-footed goalkeeper Gianniotis, and found the net;
20th minute: After winning the ball, Eldor broke into the penalty area and fired a shot. The ball hit a defender and then the post before bouncing back into play;
69th minute: Following an accurate pass from Opoku, the Uzbek forward created another golden opportunity;
78th minute: Shomurodov headed a cross from Operi near the penalty spot, but the ball hit the post again;
81st minute — Equalizer (1:1): Diabate leveled the score after a pass from Benedyczak.
Following this draw, Başakşehir now has 4 points. The team faces a tough match in the 4th round against the reigning champions, Galatasaray.
Top Scorer Race: Shomurodov among the stars
Eldor Shomurodov is becoming a top contender for the Golden Boot in the Turkish Super Lig for the second consecutive season:
Result at the start of the season: Shomurodov has scored 3 goals in his first 3 games (one in each match), moving up to 2nd place in the top scorers' list;
Competition with Osimhen: Galatasaray's Nigerian star Victor Osimhen leads with 5 goals in 3 games;
Chasing stars: Following both strikers are stars with 2 goals each: Mohamed Salah, Mason Greenwood and Vedat Muriqi are closing in.
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