Paul Onuachu starred as Trabzonspor came from behind to beat Konyaspor 3–1 in the Turkish Süper Lig on Saturday, scoring twice to move to the top of the league’s scoring charts with 11 goals.
The match at Papara Park looked to be heading the visitors’ way when Konyaspor took a surprise 17th-minute lead via an own goal. Onuachu drew Trabzonspor level just before half-time with a penalty (43′) and then completed his brace five minutes into the second half to put the hosts ahead. Ernest Muçi added a third in the 56th minute to seal the win.
Onuachu’s double not only powered the comeback but also lifted him clear in the Golden Boot race; the Nigerian forward now leads the Süper Lig scorers on 11 goals. His haul has been noted across local and Nigerian outlets tracking his hot streak.
The victory keeps Trabzonspor firmly in the title conversation: the win moved them level on points with Fenerbahçe and within touching distance of league leaders Galatasaray, tightening the early-season race at the top.
After the match, Onuachu downplayed individual praise, instead lauding the team’s fight and collective performance, saying the win and team spirit mattered more than personal milestones.
Onuachu’s form gives Trabzonspor a dependable focal point in attack as the club seeks to challenge the Istanbul giants.
For Nigeria, his goal return puts pressure on national team selectors amid debates over squad recalls and form-based selections ahead of this month’s AFCON.
