03.03.2026 07:51
The invitation of Galatasaray's star Victor Osimhen and Beşiktaş's star Wilfred Ndidi to the Nigeria National Team's friendly match to be played in Iran has raised concerns among fans. Due to security concerns stemming from the war in the region, fans are demanding the match be postponed or played in a different country.
The invitation of Galatasaray's star Victor Osimhen and Beşiktaş's star Wilfred Ndidi for the Nigeria National Team's preparatory match to be played in Iran at the end of the month has mobilized the fans. For the two footballers, who were said to be going to Iran yesterday, calls of "Don't let them go" have risen this time.
IRAN AWAY MATCH SPARKED DEBATE
The preparatory match that the Nigeria National Team will play away against Iran has become a topic of discussion in the football community due to the ongoing war in the region. Some fans, who have security concerns, demanded that the match be postponed or played in a different country.
CALLS ON SOCIAL MEDIA INCREASED
A large number of users on social media argued that Osimhen and Ndidi should not go to Iran. Especially while the championship race is ongoing in the Super League, the two stars' trip to a risky away match received criticism.
NO OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM CLUBS
While there has been no official statement from Galatasaray and Beşiktaş regarding the issue, it has become a matter of curiosity whether the two footballers will participate in the national team program.