Super Eagles and Trabzonsspor striker Paul Onuachu is itching to break his goal jinx against rivals, Galatasaray in the absence of compatriot, Victor Osimhen who is sidelined by an arm injury
Even though Onuachu leads the Süper Lig scoring chart with 21 goals in 24 matches and has been one of the most consistent forwards in the division, he is still searching for his first goal against Galatasaray.against Galatasaray.
His only meeting with the Istanbul side ended in a goalless draw, with the Nigerian kept quiet despite his growing reputation as a reliable finisher. For a striker who has scored against most opponents he has faced this season, it remains a small but notable omission.
Beyond this fixture, Paul Onuachu’s influence on Trabzonspor’s campaign has been clear. Since arriving at the club, he has developed into their main attacking outlet, combining physical presence with consistent finishing.
His 21 league goals this season underline that impact, but his broader record is equally strong. Across his spells with the club, he has scored 40 goals in all competitions, offering a steady return in front of goal.
At just over two metres tall, he provides a clear target in the penalty area. Crosses and set-pieces are a key part of Trabzonspor’s approach, and Onuachu’s ability in the air makes him difficult to contain. Defenders often need extra support to deal with him, particularly when balls are delivered into the box.
He has not carried the attacking burden alone. Teammates such as Augusto and Muçi have also contributed, helping Trabzonspor maintain one of the more productive forward lines in the league. Still, Onuachu remains the reference point around which their attack is built.
There is a telling pattern to his goalscoring as well. Trabzonspor have not lost a match in which he has scored this season, a clear evidence of the direct link between his output and the team’s results.
With Osimhen absent, the spotlight naturally shifts. It hands Onuachu both the responsibility and opportunity to maintain his scoring form and, perhaps, settle unfinished business against arguably the league’s strongest side.
