Besiktas’ goal machine Ciro Immobile nets 10 in 10 matches
Ciro Immobile of Besiktas celebrates after scoring a goal during the Turkish Super Lig week 7 football match between Bellona Kayserispor and Besiktas in Kayseri, Turkiye on September 30, 2024. (AA Photo)
Ciro Immobile, the Italian forward recently signed by Besiktas, has notably affected the Super Lig this season.
With 10 goals in 10 matches, he has quickly established himself as a key player for the team.
Strong performance against Kayserispor
In Besiktas’s recent match against Kayserispor, Immobile scored twice, helping secure a 3-0 victory. His performance highlighted his ability to find the net in crucial moments and underscored his importance to the team’s success.
Consistent scoring record
Immobile’s impressive record of 10 goals in 10 Super Lig matches demonstrates his effectiveness as a striker.
This achievement confirms his scoring ability and has drawn the attention of fans and analysts alike.
Notably, he is the first player since the 2007/08 season to score five goals in the first six matches of the league.
Penalty conversion rate
Additionally, Immobile has maintained a perfect record in penalty situations, successfully converting all 14 penalties he has taken in official matches over the past two years. This statistic underscores his reliability from the spot.
Post-match insights
After the match against Kayserispor, Immobile reflected on the team’s performance, acknowledging the challenges faced in the first half.
“We struggled a bit in the first half. The opponent applied good pressure, making it difficult for us. In the second half, their energy faded, and we found more space,” he stated.
He expressed satisfaction with the victory, especially following a previous heavy loss.
Immobile also emphasized his strong connection with his teammates, saying, “I’m grateful to my teammates for their contributions to my goals.”
He expressed hope to continue this positive momentum.
Ciro Immobile: Top scorer
Currently, Immobile is the top scorer in the Super Lig with six goals.
Immobile, who became the top scorer in Seria A during the 2013-2014, 2017-2018, 2019-2020, and 2021-2022 seasons, has earned the title of the second player to achieve the most top scorer titles, following Gunnar Nordahl, the Swedish striker for Milan, who was the top scorer five times over six seasons between 1949 and 1955.
The Italian star, a Golden Shoe winner, aims to become the top scorer in Türkiye this year.
Fenerbahce’s Edin Dzeko and Basaksehir’s Joao Figueiredo follow closely behind with five goals each, while Galatasaray’s Baris Alper Yilmaz has four.
| Player Name | Club | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Ciro Immobile | Besiktas | 6 |
| Edin Dzeko | Fenerbahce | 5 |
| Joao Vitor Brandao Figueiredo | Rams Basaksehir Football Club | 5 |
| Baris Alper Yilmaz | Galatasaray | 4 |
| Braian Jose Samudio Segovia | Antalyaspor | 4 |
| Dusan Tadic | Fenerbahce | 4 |
| Jules Olivier Ntcham | Samsunspor | 4 |
| Krzysztof Piatek | Rams Basaksehir Football Club | 4 |
| Nuno Miguel da Costa Joia | Kasimpasa | 4 |
Goal-scoring leaders for the Trendyol Super Lig (Source: TFF)
At 34 years old, Immobile has played 773 minutes this season, averaging a goal every 77 minutes. His performance not only highlights his experience but also showcases his scoring ability, making him an essential player for Besiktas as they pursue success in the Super Lig.
Ciro Immobile’s effective scoring and overall contributions have positioned him as a vital asset for Besiktas as the team aims for success in the Super Lig.
