Galatasaray has officially confirmed Victor Osimhen suffered a hamstring injury during Nigeria’s unsuccessful 2026 World Cup qualification campaign. The setback compounds Nigeria’s disappointment after failing to secure a tournament spot.
Osimhen’s Injury Diagnosis
The striker was substituted at halftime during Nigeria’s recent match. Jerome Adams Akor replaced him for the second half. After returning to Turkey, Osimhen underwent an MRI scan. Club doctors discovered a moderate muscle strain and bleeding in his left posterior.
Galatasaray announced treatment has commenced immediately. The Nigerian forward will likely miss Saturday’s match against Gençlerbirliği. His return timeline depends on his body’s response to treatment.
Troost-Ekong’s International Future
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is considering international retirement. This follows Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Journalist MikeThePundit reported the defender spoke openly in the dressing room after Nigeria’s loss to DR Congo.
Troost-Ekong reportedly told teammates: “I will watch you as a fan at AFCON.” The 32-year-old hasn’t started Nigeria’s last three matches. His potential departure would remove a key leader from the squad.
No official statement has come from the player. Fans have reacted strongly to the news. Many consider Troost-Ekong an important figure in Nigerian football.
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