08.09.2025 21:40
An official from the Nigeria National Team made statements regarding Osimhen's situation. In the statement, it was mentioned that Nigerian officials wanted Osimhen to be part of the squad for the South Africa match, expressing their desire for the player to be a part of the team even if he did not play. However, it was noted that Galatasaray did not grant permission for this.
Super League giant Galatasaray's star footballer Victor Osimhen was injured during a match with the Nigeria National Team. An official from the Nigeria National Team made statements regarding Osimhen's condition.
THEY WANTED OSIMHEN IN SOUTH AFRICA
An official speaking to ScoreNigeria stated that senior executives wanted Osimhen to be part of the South Africa squad, expressing their desire for the player to be a part of the team even if he did not play in the match, saying, "They wanted to see him on this journey because South Africa has been celebrating since it was confirmed that Osimhen would not play. This was a mind game to keep the opponent under pressure."
"WHO CAN BLAME THEM?"
It was noted that this request from Nigerian officials was canceled due to pressure from Galatasaray, stating, "Who can blame them? After all, they spent a fortune to acquire the player from Napoli during this summer transfer window."