27.02.2026 11:17
Despite scoring in the Juventus match, Osimhen appeared unhappy, reportedly due to the match going into extra time and not receiving the passes he wanted. It was stated that Okan Buruk would hold a meeting with the team regarding the matter.
Victor Osimhen's disappointment, which drew attention with his tense demeanor on the field despite scoring a critical goal in the historic night when Galatasaray advanced to the last 16 by eliminating Juventus in the UEFA Champions League, has become clearer.
THE TURNING POINT AFFECTED HIS MORALE
Despite the 5-2 advantage gained in the first match, the fact that the second leg went into extra time mentally exhausted the Nigerian striker. It has been learned that Osimhen, who scored the goal that carried his team through the knockout stage, was not pleased with how the process reached this point.
PASSES THAT DID NOT REACH EMPTY RUNS
It was noted that the issue that bothered the star player the most was the lack of offensive organization. Despite making runs behind the defense throughout the match, Osimhen did not receive the passes he wanted, and it was expressed that he occasionally expressed his frustration with hand gestures.
OKAN BURUK INTERVENES
Following the events, it was reported that head coach Okan Buruk would hold a special meeting with the team at Florya and would advise his players on how to utilize Osimhen more effectively in the attack. It has been learned that the experienced coach would emphasize the need to be more careful, especially in key passes and transition plays.