Iheanacho sets Bursaspor record with goals in nine consecutive league games

Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has extended his scoring streak to nine consecutive league matches for Turkish club Bursaspor, despite his side suffering a late 2-1 defeat to Mardin 1969 Spor on Sunday.

Iheanacho scored Bursaspor’s only goal in the 81st minute of the Turkish 1. Lig fixture on October 11, 2026, but Zdravko Dimitrov struck in the fourth minute of stoppage time to secure victory for the visitors.

The result ended Bursaspor’s hopes of earning points at home, leaving the club on 19 points after nine league matches.

The Super Eagles forward has scored in every one of Bursaspor’s first nine league matches this season, establishing a new personal milestone with the Turkish club.

According to Turkish sports outlet Ajansspor, the 30-year-old has scored 12 goals in nine league appearances, making him the leading scorer in the division at the time of the report.

Iheanacho’s consistency in front of goal has made him one of Bursaspor’s most influential players since joining the club. His latest strike against Mardin 1969 Spor continued a run that has included goals against several opponents during the opening weeks of the campaign.

Mardin 1969 Spor took the lead in the 21st minute through Tonio Teklic, putting the home side under pressure for much of the contest.

Iheanacho restored parity in the 81st minute, raising hopes that Bursaspor could salvage a point. However, Dimitrov scored in the 90th minute plus four to give the visitors all three points.

Mardin’s Baba Alhassan was sent off in the seventh minute of added time, shortly after his side had regained the lead.

The defeat was a setback for Bursaspor, but Iheanacho’s continued scoring form remains a major positive for the club as the season progresses.

His next appearances will provide further opportunities to extend the streak and strengthen his position in the league’s scoring race.