Kelechi Iheanacho Is Unstoppable in Turkey as Bursaspor Star Extends Remarkable Scoring Run

Kelechi Iheanacho is turning heads in Turkey.

The Nigerian striker continued his extraordinary start to life at Bursaspor on Sunday, scoring in the opening minutes of a thrilling 2-2 draw against Esenler Erokspor to extend his scoring streak to seven consecutive league matches.

Iheanacho's latest goal came in the 16th minute at the Atatürk Spor Kompleksi Matlı Stadium, giving Bursaspor an early advantage before the visitors quickly responded.

Lincoln restored the hosts' lead four minutes later, but Yusuf Erdoğan's second-half equaliser ensured the points were shared.

For Iheanacho, however, the individual story was another milestone in a remarkable opening to the 2026/27 campaign.

Seven games, nine goals and two assists

The 29-year-old has now scored in every one of Bursaspor's seven league matches this season.

His numbers are becoming difficult to ignore:

●7 appearances

●9 goals

●2 assists

●7 consecutive matches with a goal

The run began with a goal against Bodrum FK before Iheanacho continued to find the net against Iğdır FK, Fatih Karagümrük, Kayserispor, İstanbulspor and Manisa FK.

He produced a brace against both İstanbulspor and Manisa, taking his tally to eight before Sunday's meeting with Erokspor.

His latest strike moved him into double figures for goal contributions in the league and maintained his position among the division's leading scorers.

Bursaspor have found their difference-maker

Iheanacho's arrival has already proved to be a major boost for Bursaspor.

The Nigerian joined the Turkish club as a free agent after leaving Celtic in the summer, and he has immediately become one of the most important attacking players in the squad.

His goals have also helped Bursaspor make a strong start to their campaign. Despite surrendering a lead twice against Erokspor, the point kept them at the top of the table on 16 points after seven matches.

The result was frustrating given their position in the game, but Iheanacho once again delivered the moment that supporters have come to expect from him.

A fresh chapter after Celtic

The forward's resurgence is particularly notable given the uncertainty surrounding his club career before moving to Turkey.

Iheanacho joined Celtic in September 2025 and enjoyed some important moments in Scotland before making the move to Bursaspor.

At 29, he now appears to have found an environment where he is trusted as a central attacking figure.

Rather than simply contributing goals from the bench or rotating between positions, Iheanacho has become a focal point of Bursaspor's attack.

That responsibility is producing results.

Super Eagles opportunity could follow

The form also raises an obvious question for Nigeria.

Iheanacho remains an experienced international forward, and a sustained run of goals in Turkey could strengthen his case for another opportunity with the Super Eagles.

His current numbers are certainly impossible to overlook.

Nine goals and two assists from seven league appearances represent the kind of start that demands attention, particularly with Iheanacho consistently finding the net rather than producing one-off performances.

The challenge now is maintaining the extraordinary standard he has established.

For Bursaspor, the message is already clear: Iheanacho is on fire, and the goals are showing no sign of stopping.

Fan Debate

⚽ Goal: Can Iheanacho finish the season as the TFF 1. Lig's top scorer?

🔥 Fire: Is this the best version of Iheanacho we have seen in years?

😲 Shock: Did you expect him to score nine goals this early?

👍 Like: Should Iheanacho return to the Super Eagles?

💬 Comment: How many goals can Iheanacho finish the season with?