17.11.2025 11:59
Galatasaray's superstar Victor Osimhen was injured during Nigeria's match against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the playoff final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers. Osimhen was unable to return for the second half, raising concerns about his condition. Nigeria's head coach Eric Chelle stated that Osimhen felt discomfort in the back of his leg, which is why he was substituted. A detailed assessment of the severity of the injury will be conducted by the medical team.
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Galatasaray's superstar Victor Osimhen was injured during the match where Nigeria faced the Democratic Republic of Congo in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa Qualifiers playoff final. Osimhen, who completed the first half, could not return for the second half after the break.
According to French L'Equipe, the 25-year-old star went to the locker room in tears, and these images caused great concern in the football world.
"HE FELT DISCOMFORT BEHIND HIS LEG"
Late at night after the match, an official statement came from the Nigerian camp. Head Coach Eric Chelle stated that Osimhen was forced to leave the game, saying, "Osimhen was taken off due to discomfort he felt behind his leg at halftime." Chelle noted that a detailed assessment of the seriousness of the injury would be conducted by the medical team.
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Nigeria bowed to their opponent in the penalty shootout after the match against the Democratic Republic of Congo ended 1-1 in regular time and extra time, losing their World Cup ticket.
CONCERN GROWS AT GALATASARAY
Osimhen was also injured in the match against Rwanda in September. This recent situation has created serious concern among the Galatasaray coaching staff and the yellow-red fans. It is expected that the exact status of the star striker will be determined in the coming hours after detailed examinations.
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