Nigerian star Osimhen spotted smiling in Turkey after heartbreak against Zimbabwe
Super Eagles superstar Victor Osimhen has touched down in Turkey, putting behind him a gut-wrenching conclusion to the international break with Nigeria, where he still managed to shine by scoring three goals across two matches.
The 26-year-old forward arrived back in Istanbul on Thursday morning, fresh off a rollercoaster week with the Nigerian national team.
Despite his blistering form, netting twice against Rwanda and once against Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, the international break ended in disappointment as Zimbabwe snatched a late equaliser, leaving the Super Eagles reeling.
However, Osimhen appeared to be in high spirits upon his return to Turkey. A photo circulating on X captured the in-demand striker smiling broadly while signing a Galatasaray shirt, signaling a swift shift in focus back to club duties.
The lethal forward, who has been a standout performer for both club and country this season, was greeted warmly as he landed in the Turkish capital.
The on-loan Napoli star has scored an incredible nine goals in his last five matches for Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Galatasaray across competitions.
Now, Osimhen’s attention turns to Galatasaray’s upcoming clash against Besiktas, managed by Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, in a crucial showdown this weekend.
The Lions will be banking on their star striker to maintain his red-hot form in what promises to be a must-win encounter.
For Osimhen, it’s a chance to channel the international heartbreak into another match-winning performance on the club stage.
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