“Hat-trick Potter” in the Headlines

Turkish star Kerem Akturkoglu, who plays for Benfica, continues to dominate the headlines in Portugal. The media praised him after he scored a hat-trick in Benfica’s 5-0 victory over Rio Ave. Nicknamed “Harry Potter,” Kerem celebrated each goal with his signature “Harry Potter” gesture, capturing fans’ attention and adding to his growing fanbase.

With these three goals, the 26-year-old now has a total of eight goals for Benfica. In Portugal’s Liga, he has also scored against Santa Clara and Gil Vicente, and in the UEFA Champions League, he netted one goal each against Red Star Belgrade, Atletico Madrid, and Feyenoord. So far, Boavista remains the only league opponent he hasn’t scored against.

The Portuguese press highlighted Kerem’s outstanding performance this week. Record described it as a “dream-like first half” with “three goals in half an hour,” while O’Jogo celebrated “Akturkoglu’s show in Benfica’s goal fest.” Diario de Noticias went with, “Benfica dismantles fragile Rio Ave with Akturkoglu’s hat-trick.”

“I’m Realizing All My Dreams”

Kerem Akturkoglu’s Post-Match Statements

The Portuguese media also highlighted Kerem Akturkoglu’s remarks following the match. The star player expressed his excitement, stating, “I am realizing all my dreams and I am happy to do it step by step.” He credited Estadio da Luz for bringing him good fortune, saying, “I love this place because it gives me chances. I have scored in every match we have played in front of our fans, and I hope it continues like this.”