'It was an incredible goal' - Osimhen backs his wonder strike to be a candidate for Fifa Puskas award
Published: October 20, 2024
Victor Osimhen has backed his goal for Galatasaray in the 3-0 win over Antalyaspor in the Süper Lig fixture played yesterday for the FIFA Puskás Award.The Puskás Award is given to a player adjudged to have scored the most beautiful goal in a calendar year and is named after late Real Madrid striker and legend Ferenc...
Most goal contributions per minute: Osimhen topping the Super Lig charts after wonder goal
Published: October 19, 2024
Victor Osimhen came off the bench to score a wonder goal for Galatasaray in their 3-0 win over Antalyaspor on matchday nine of the Süper Lig on Saturday evening at the Corendon Airlines Park. Mauro Icardi opened the scoring in the 10th minute, heading Dries Mertens corner kick home and was also responsible for the se...
Fenerbahce summon Osayi-Samuel's agent to Istanbul for contract talks amid links with Norwich City
Published: October 18, 2024
Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahce have reportedly summoned Bright Osayi-Samuel's agent to Turkey amid speculation linking the defender with a transfer to Championship outfit Norwich City.The former Queens Park Rangers dazzler is being linked with a return to the Championship, with the Canaries credited with an intere...
'I really don't care' - Galatasaray striker Osimhen insists he's not focused on winning top scorer award
Published: October 16, 2024
Napoli loanee Victor Osimhen has insisted that he is not chasing personal glory at Galatasaray but focusing instead on the objectives of the team.The Nigeria international sealed a shock move to the Turkish champions last month, joining them on a season-long loan after proposed transfers to Chelsea and Al-Ahli fell thr...
Ahmed Musa scores and provides assist, wins 2 penalties for Kano Pillars in 7-goal thriller v Rangers
Published: October 16, 2024
In a captivating showdown, Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa showcased his exceptional talent as Kano Pillars triumphed over Enugu Rangers with a thrilling 4-3 victory in a Nigeria Premier Football League clash on Wednesday. Musa played a pivotal role, influencing all four goals for the Sai Masu Gida during the match he...
'I couldn’t believe' - Galatasaray icon admits surprise over Osimhen's transfer to Turkish champions
Published: October 15, 2024
Legendary Galatasaray midfielder Dževad Prekazi has expressed his surprise at Victor Osimhen's decision to join the Turkish champions.The Super Eagles star forward had set his sights on moving to the Premier League or a return to the Ligue 1 after making up his mind to leave Napoli.However, the Parthenopeans placed a ...
Will Osimhen leave Turkey in January? Galatasaray coach provides update on Napoli loanee future
Published: October 13, 2024
Manager Okan Buruk has provided an update on the future of Super Eagles star forward Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray.The 25-year-old is on loan with the Turkish giants and there have been reports stating that his stay could be cut short with an exit in the January transfer window.Chelsea are one of the teams being linked...
Ex-Fenerbahce midfielder expects Icardi-Osimhen partnership to flourish like former Besiktas duo
Published: October 08, 2024
Former Fenerbahçe midfielder Rıdvan Dilmen has predicted that the partnership of Victor Osimhen and Mauro Icardi will blossom like that of the retired Turkish pair of Beşiktaş, Sergen Yalçın and Tümer Metin.The burning question upon Osimhen's arrival at Galatasaray was how Okan Buruk was going to deploy the Nige...
Norwich City and Lens linked with move for N61.5m-a-week Fenerbahce's Super Eagles defender
Published: October 07, 2024
Fenerbahce fullback Bright Osayi-Samuel is garnering attention from both Norwich City and Ligue 1 side Lens ahead of the winter transfer window.  Osayi-Samuel, who is in the final year of his contract, is eligible to negotiate with the clubs in January to join either club on a free transfer next summer.Since joining F...
'Could have passed our defence more easily' - RFS coach rates Osimhen higher than Icardi
Published: October 04, 2024
Speaking after his side's 2-2 draw with Galatasaray on matchday two of the UEFA Europa League on Thursday night, RFS coach Viktors Morozs admitted that Victor Osimhen is a more dangerous player than Mauro Icardi.The Super Eagles forward missed the game due to an injury and Icardi spearheaded the attack as Galatasaray l...
Galatasaray star Osimhen wins Super Lig Goal of the Week for stunning strike against Kasimpasa
Published: October 03, 2024
Victor Osimhen’s 28th minute strike in Galatasaray's 3-3 thrilling draw with Kasımpaşa at RAMS Park last weekend has been voted as the beIN SPORTS matchday seven Goal of the Week.The 25-year-old demonstrated his decisiveness and sharpness to grab the goal, by avoiding being offside, and controlling the ball perfect...
RFS coach labels Osimhen 'a great goalscorer', identifies his potential replacement in starting XI
Published: October 02, 2024
FK RFS coach Viktors Morozs has labeled Victor Osimhen a great goalscorer and namechecked the player to replace him in the starting lineup ahead of his side's clash with Galatasaray.The Latvian side are set to square up against the Turkish giants on matchday two of the UEFA Europa League at the Daugava Stadium tomorrow...
Real reason Mourinho omitted Osayi-Samuel from Fenerbahce travelling squad despite training today
Published: October 02, 2024
Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has announced a 21-man traveling squad for his side's Europa League match against Dutch Eredivisie outfit Twente in De Grolsch Veste.In preparation for their trip to the Netherlands, the Yellow Canaries trained at Fenerbahçe Can Bartu Facilities on Wednesday morning.Super Eagles fullba...
Galatasaray striker Osimhen leading the race to win Turkish Super Lig Goal of the Week
Published: October 01, 2024
Victor Osimhen's second goal for Galatasaray in their 3-3 enthralling draw with Kasımpaşa has been nominated for the beIN SPORTS Süper Lig matchday seven Goal of the Week.In the 28th minute of the encounter, the Super Eagles forward received a brilliant pass from Gabriel Sara, controlled the ball perfectly and venom...
Osimhen namechecks Drogba, two Super Eagles stars as he speaks on his transfer to Galatasaray
Published: October 01, 2024
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has provided insights into his move to Galatasaray, referencing Didier Drogba and two fellow Super Eagles players while discussing his knowledge about Istanbul.Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli after a tumultuous summer filled with interest from several top clubs, includ...