03.12.2025 12:10
Victor Osimhen has been called up to the Nigeria national team's Africa Cup squad. The star player, who can wear the Galatasaray jersey until the match against Antalyaspor, will miss the match against Kasımpaşa. Depending on Nigeria's success in the tournament, Osimhen may also be absent from the team during the Super Cup and the start of the second half of the season.
The Nigerian National Team, which has started preparations for the Africa Cup, announced its extensive squad. The list includes Galatasaray's star striker Victor Osimhen. According to FIFA rules, players participating in the Africa Cup can play matches with their clubs until December 15.
OSIMHEN WILL BE ON THE FIELD IN TWO MATCHES
In this regard, it has been confirmed that Osimhen can play in Galatasaray's:
- December 9 – Monaco
- December 13 – Antalyaspor
matches.
WILL MISS THE KASIMPAŞA MATCH
The start date of Nigeria's camp has been announced as December 12. According to the plan, Osimhen will join the national team one day late after the Antalyaspor match. Therefore, he will not be able to participate in Galatasaray's match against Kasımpaşa in the last week of the first half.
SUPER CUP AND LEAGUE START ALSO AT RISK
Galatasaray's Super Cup match against Trabzonspor on January 5 also poses a serious risk for Osimhen.
The Africa Cup schedule is as follows:
- Third place match: January 17
- Final: January 18
The second half of the Super League will start on January 15. Depending on Nigeria's progress in the tournament, Osimhen may miss both the Super Cup match and the league's opening week.