Kelechi Iheanacho has written his name into the record books in Turkey after scoring twice in Bursaspor's 3-0 win over Mugla on Thursday. The brace extended his scoring streak to ten consecutive matches, making him the first man in the history of professional football in Turkey to score in ten straight games.
The run has also taken Iheanacho to 14 goals in ten matches for Bursaspor, a sharp turnaround in form after a difficult spell at Celtic. He signed for Celtic in the summer of 2025, but last season he managed nine goals in 24 matches and only completed two games, with availability and whether he could be trusted to play 90 minutes becoming major questions.
That background makes the current stretch more notable. Iheanacho has now scored in ten consecutive matches and has done it while providing Bursaspor with a consistent threat in front of goal. He also found the net during the three-week international break with Nigeria, adding to the momentum that has followed him into his club form.
What it means for Iheanacho
For Bursaspor, the obvious value is the goals. For Iheanacho, the bigger picture is that he has moved from a season of uncertainty to one of sustained productivity. A scorer who can keep delivering every week changes the way a team approaches matches, and this streak has given Bursaspor exactly that.
It also sharpens the contrast with Celtic, where Kasper Hogh has struggled for output. Iheanacho's current form in Turkey is a reminder that a player's situation can change quickly once the right role and rhythm arrive. Right now, Iheanacho is making the most of his opportunity, and the numbers are now historic.
