14.01.2026 09:10
Victor Osimhen, who reached the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations, spoke to CBS Sports Golazo. The star striker, who said he misses Galatasaray a lot, responded to the question "Will you play in the match against Atletico Madrid?" with "Of course I will" and emphasized that the yellow-reds have the strength to defeat Atletico.
Victor Osimhen, who reached the semifinals with Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations, spoke before the critical match between Galatasaray and Atletico Madrid. In an interview with CBS Sports Golazo, the star striker expressed his desire to return to Istanbul as soon as the tournament is over, while also giving a clear answer to the question, "Will you play in the Atletico Madrid match?"
"I MISS GALATASARAY A LOT"
Victor Osimhen, who is in the national team camp for the Africa Cup of Nations, expressed his longing for Galatasaray. The Nigerian footballer stated that he would return to Istanbul immediately after the tournament ends and join the team.
WILL HE MAKE IT TO THE ATLETICO MADRID MATCH? CLEAR ANSWER
In the interview, Osimhen was reminded that if Nigeria reaches the final, Galatasaray will play against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League a few days later. To the question, "Will you play in the Champions League match?" the star striker replied, "Of course I will. I miss Galatasaray a lot. They have always supported me. As soon as the tournament is over, I will return and be part of the squad."
"WE HAVE THE STRENGTH TO BEAT ATLETICO"
The experienced forward also touched on Galatasaray's goals, emphasizing that progressing in the Champions League is important for the club. Osimhen referred to Atletico Madrid as "a great team," while stating that the yellow-reds have the quality to win.
EMPHASIS ON THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
In his statements, Osimhen said, "Right now my country needs me. As soon as the tournament is over, I must return to Galatasaray and immediately be included in the squad. We have very important matches in the Champions League. The Champions League means a lot to all Galatasaray fans around the world. We have the strength to beat Atletico Madrid."