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Victor Osimhen hails his teammates after breaking two Galatasaray records in a 3-1 Champions League win over Bodø/Glimt.

‘I don’t break records alone’ – Osimhen hails teammates after historic brace for Galatasaray

Victor Osimhen says his record-breaking UEFA Champions League night for Galatasaray was down to teamwork, not individual brilliance. The Nigerian striker scored...

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Uefa Champions League

Nine in seven: Osimhen shines again as Galatasaray beat Bodø/Glimt in the UCL

Victor Osimhen struck twice as Galatasaray continued their UEFA Champions League (UCL) strong start with a 3–1 win over Bodø/Glimt in Istanbul....

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CAF Awards 2025: Osimhen battles Salah and Hakimi as Nwabali, Bameyi earn nods

Nigeria will be powerfully represented at the CAF Awards 2025, with Victor Osimhen, Stanley Nwabali, and Daniel Bameyi nominated in key categories...

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Rohr questions officiating in Osimhen goals, targets ‘Miracle of Benin’ at AFCON

Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has questioned the officiating in his side’s 2–0 defeat to Nigeria, insisting that both goals scored by...

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Olusegun opens up on Super Eagles debut and guidance from Osimhen, Simon

Nigerian forward Olakunle Olusegun says training with Victor Osimhen and Moses Simon has shown him what it truly means to be a...

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Super Eagles

Oliseh warns against Super Eagles overreliance on Osimhen

Former Nigeria captain Sunday Oliseh has urged the Super Eagles to reduce their dependence on Victor Osimhen, warning that an injury to...

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World Cup Qualifiers

I’m proud of everyone’ – Chelle salutes Nigeria and Osimhen after sealing World Cup play-off spot

Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle says he is “very happy” with his players after the Super Eagles thrashed Benin...

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World Cup Qualifiers

Osimhen hat-trick sends Super Eagles into 2026 World Cup play-offs

Nigeria’s Super Eagles sealed their place in the African play-offs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a commanding 4–0 victory over...

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Why Gary Lineker apologised to Osimhen after stinker

Former England striker Gary Lineker has apologised to Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen after previously suggesting the Galatasaray forward “disappears in big matches.” The...