When Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was asked after signing about his goal for the shaky Turkish giant, Besiktas, Nordens Ørn made a statement that the supporters loved. The “football experts” were content to note Solskjaer’s goal with a shrug and a “special”. On Saturday, the United legend showed he has evidence to believe he will lead Besiktas back to league gold in the Süper Lig in a few seasons.
On Saturday, archrival Galatasaray came to Besiktas’ home ground, Gala unbeaten at the top of the league, Besiktas with two losses Turkish media described as catastrophically weak.
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Galatasaray fielded one of Europe’s best strikers, Victor Osimhen (20 goals in 23 league games) and European champion Morata, Besiktas with the faded Serie A star Ciro Immobile (who remained on the bench).
It was really boiling on the pitch as in the stands, but it was Solskjaer who coached Besiktas to a 2-1 win and Galatasaray’s first defeat of the season. After the game, it was clear that the Turkish press took Besiktas’ victory as a sign that Solskjaer is the man who can lead Besiktas back to the top in the coming years.
Fotomaç: “Solskjaer’s Beşiktaş took revenge against Galatasaray! Rafa and Gedson secured an important victory in the great Istanbul War.”
Sabah: “Beşiktaş gives Galatasaray a taste – now the league match is really on!”
Fanatics: “Solskjaer showed character – Beşiktaş escapes the crisis with a big win.”
Here is Besiktas’ tribute on Instagram – with Solskjaer as Viking chieftain… The course is set!
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