After 680 minutes of game time, Wilfred Ndidi scores his first goal in Besiktas colours
Published: October 22, 2025
Nigeria international Wilfred Ndidi opened his goalscoring account for Turkish giants Besiktas in their 2-0 away victory over Konyaspor on Wednesday evening, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The experienced midfielder joined the Black Eagles in August, bringing an end to his eight-year spell with former Premier League cham...
UCL: Gabon midfielder assists Osimhen break two Galatasaray records in win over Bodo/Glimt
Published: October 22, 2025
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen was once again the hero for Galatasaray as he fired a brace to inspire the Turkish giants to a 3-1 victory over Bodo/Glimt in the UEFA Champions League league phase on Wednesday evening.The Nigerian international opened the scoring just three minutes into the encounter at Rams Park, ...
Former Norway captain names history-chasing Osimhen among five stars in Galatasaray squad
Published: October 22, 2025
Former Norway captain Omar Elabdellaoui has praised the quality and depth of the current Galatasaray squad, naming Victor Osimhen among five standout players as he assessed Bodo/Glimt's prospects ahead of their UEFA Champions League meeting at Rams Park on Wednesday evening.Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a permanent dea...
Besiktas coach opens up: Why Super Eagles midfielder Ndidi was named vice-captain
Published: October 20, 2025
Besiktas manager Sergen Yalçın has explained his decision to appoint Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as vice-captain.Yalçın confirmed that Turkish midfielder Orkun Kökçü will serve as the team's first captain, while Ndidi has been chosen as the second.According to the Besiktas boss, the choice was made aft...
'A real disadvantage' - Ex-Fenerbahce defender highlights Galatasaray's struggles without Osimhen
Published: October 18, 2025
Former Fenerbahce defender Ilker Yagcıoglu has claimed that Galatasaray were at a clear disadvantage during their Istanbul derby with Basaksehir, insisting the game would have taken a different shape if Victor Osimhen was named in the starting lineup.Osimhen, who recently returned from international duty with the Supe...
'Tired after national team duty' - Turkish pundit urges Galatasaray to give Osimhen a breather
Published: October 17, 2025
Now Spor commentator Veli Yigit has advised Galatasaray to rest Victor Osimhen for Saturday's Istanbul derby against Basaksehir, insisting the striker needs time to recover following his international commitments with the Super Eagles.Osimhen was instrumental as Nigeria secured back-to-back wins in their 2026 World Cup...
'Not as good' - Former Besiktas midfielder insists Fenerbahce striker not at the level of Osimhen
Published: October 07, 2025
Former Besiktas midfielder Sinan Engin has criticized Fenerbahce striker Youssef En-Nesyri, claiming the Moroccan forward is not on the same level as Nigeria's Victor Osimhen.The Nigerian international, who sealed a permanent move to the Yellow-Reds after a stellar loan spell, has begun the new campaign in fine form.Os...
Turkish pundit defends Icardi, says he carried Galatasaray when Osimhen was injured
Published: October 04, 2025
Turkish pundit Levent Tuzemen has defended Mauro Icardi, insisting that the Argentine striker deserves respect for his contribution to Galatasaray. Speaking on A Spor, Tuzemen criticized those calling for Icardi's departure and highlighted his role in supporting the team during Victor Osimhen’s injury absence."Shame...
Award-winning journalist criticises Osimhen's decision in Galatasaray's win over Liverpool
Published: October 02, 2025
Speaking on the Sports Digitale YouTube channel, respected Turkish journalist Şansal Büyüka has offered a critical assessment of Victor Osimhen's decision-making during Galatasaray's 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League.Making his first start after recovering from an ankle injury he suffered while...
'Top-class' - Former Arsenal star rates Liverpool's Isak ahead of Osimhen but admits gap is narrow
Published: October 01, 2025
Victor Osimhen reminded everyone of his quality by scoring the decisive goal for Galatasaray in their hard-fought victory over Premier League giants Liverpool in a UEFA Champions League clash on Tuesday night in Istanbul.The Nigeria international was linked with Premier League clubs, including Liverpool in the summer t...
No cause for alarm: Galatasaray coach reveals exactly why Osimhen was substituted against Liverpool
Published: October 01, 2025
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk has explained why Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen was substituted during their 1-0 UEFA Champions League victory over Liverpool on Tuesday night.Osimhen was replaced by Mauro Icardi in the 72nd minute as the Turkish champions looked to manage their lead.Buruk revealed that Osimhen was f...
'Was greedy' - Thierry Henry insists MOTM Osimhen was selfish in Galatasaray win v Liverpool
Published: October 01, 2025
Arsenal great Thierry Henry has claimed Victor Osimhen was at times 'greedy' during Galatasaray's hard-fought 1-0 win over Premier League champions Liverpool on matchday two of the league phase of the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night.Fourteen minutes into the contest at the Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi in Istanbul...
History-maker: After scoring against Liverpool, Osimhen breaks Nigerian record for UCL goals
Published: September 30, 2025
Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has etched his name in history after netting the decisive strike in Galatasaray's 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League at the Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi on Tuesday night.The 26-year-old converted from the penalty spot in the 16th minute, sending goalkeeper Alisson...
The Champions League record Osimhen will break if he scores against Liverpool on Tuesday
Published: September 29, 2025
Victor Osimhen will be in contention to break a Champions League record if handed minutes by Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk in Tuesday's UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool at the Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi.The former African Footballer of the Year has scored nine career goals in the competition, drawing level...
'We will see' - Galatasaray coach delivers fitness update on Osimhen ahead of Liverpool clash
Published: September 29, 2025
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk has revealed that Victor Osimhen will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability for Tuesday's mouthwatering Champions League clash with Liverpool at Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi.Although Osimhen has resumed training with the Turkish champions in recent days, doubts remain ove...