The English football legend apologized to Osimhen.

The English football legend apologized to Osimhen.

04.10.2025 08:50

English football legend Gary Lineker apologized to Victor Osimhen, who scored the winning goal in Galatasaray's 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League. Lineker, who had previously criticized Osimhen, felt compelled to apologize in light of the star striker's performance.

In the second week of the UEFA Champions League, Galatasaray defeated Liverpool 1-0 at home with a goal from Victor Osimhen. The historic success of the yellow-reds resonated widely in England as well.

SINCERE CONFESSION FROM LINEKER

The legendary figure of English football and commentator Gary Lineker made a striking statement on The Rest Is Football Podcast. Reminding that he had previously criticized Osimhen, Lineker apologized to the star striker, saying, "I apologize to Victor Osimhen. If you remember, I implied that he sometimes got lost on the field. I shouldn't have gossiped about such matters; it was my mistake."

"A TRULY WONDERFUL PLAYER"

Lineker continued his remarks with praise for Osimhen, stating, "I believe the situation is completely different now. He is fast, tall, a good finisher, and very effective in aerial duels. He is truly a wonderful player."

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