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Ahmed Musa scores winner in thrilling Fatih Karagumruk comeback

Ahmed Musa scored the winning goal against Istanbul Basaksehir
Ahmed Musa scored the winning goal against Istanbul Basaksehir
Ahmed Musa scored his second goal of the Turkish League campaign in a win over Istanbul Basaksehir
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Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa scored the winning goal as Fatih Karagümrük recorded a comeback win over Istanbul Basaksehir in the Turkish Super Lig.

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Fatih Karagümrük  fell behind to an early Istanbul Basaksehir goal, before drawing level in the 39th minute with a goal by Fabio Borini.

Former AC Milan forward Fabio Borini celebrates the equaliser
Former AC Milan forward Fabio Borini celebrates the equaliser

The comeback was complete before halftime, with Fatih Karagümrük taking the lead in the 41st minute. Former Turkish international Emre Mor, threaded a low cross towards Musa, before the Super Eagles captain rifled the ball into the roof of the net.

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Musa would not see out the game, as he was replaced in the 65th minute by Yann Karamoh.

Despite dominating most of the second half, the scoreline remained unchanged and Musa's goal proved to be pivotal for the win.

Fatih Karagumruk are now ninth in League standings with 39 points from 27 games.

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