Clarity has been reached on whether Osimhen can play in the derby.

Clarity has been reached on whether Osimhen can play in the derby.

26.04.2026 16:00

Fenerbahçe had appealed to the TFF on the grounds that the material on Victor Osimhen's arm endangered the player's health. Following this development, it has been clarified whether Osimhen, whose participation in the derby was in question, will be able to play.

Ahead of the crucial match in the Trendyol Super League, the Victor Osimhen puzzle, eagerly awaited by the Galatasaray community, has been resolved. The Nigerian star, who suffered an unfortunate injury and broke his arm during the Liverpool match, has had his eligibility for the derby clarified.

FENERBAHÇE APPLIES TO TFF

The special protective material Osimhen used to shield his broken arm had become the focus of controversy before the derby. Fenerbahçe club had made an official application to the Turkish Football Federation (TFF), citing that the covering could pose a risk to the player's health.

NECESSARY PERMITS OBTAINED

According to information reported by HT Spor; Galatasaray's management completed all necessary procedures, considering the striker's health and game rules. Following inspections and obtained permits, it was reported that there are no legal or medical obstacles preventing Victor Osimhen from playing in the Fenerbahçe derby.

BIG MATCH TONIGHT

Osimhen, the red-yellow team's biggest asset in attack, may take the field in tonight's big match if the coach gives him the chance. The critical derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe will start at 8:00 PM, and referee Yasin Kol will officiate the match.

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