VICTOR OSIMHEN: Super Eagles dealt huge blow with star striker ruled out of Afcon qualifiers

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Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, suffered a thigh injury that forced him to withdraw after scoring a brace in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Kasimpasa as reported previously by Sportsbuddy.

This injury can potentially rule the deadly forward out of the upcoming matches, which will be a problem for the new Nigeria’s temporary head coach, Augustine Eguavoen, as he tries to rebuild his team’s attack line.

Galatasaray provides Victor Osimhen injury update ahead of 2025 AFCON Qualifiers
Galatasaray provides Victor Osimhen injury update ahead of 2025 AFCON Qualifiers

Victror Osimhen Injury Details and Recovery

The Super Eagle striker was hauled off during the match against Kasimpasa, where he delighted the supporters with two goals.

Following his performance, Osimhen felt a pain in his left upper posterior muscle, which resulted in a medical examination and diagnosis of a strained muscle that was bleeding.

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Victor Osimhen could not continue the second half after being substituted at halftime due to injury (X)

According to A Spor, the club released a statement regarding his condition and their move to take him through a treatment process in Medicana Hospital.

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Future Prospects

Super Eagles stars Lookman and Osimhen (X)
Super Eagles stars Lookman and Osimhen (X)

Thankfully, current reports point towards Osimhen’s absence not being because of a major issue, and he should return in time to face Antalyaspor following the international break.

Eguavoen is tasked with finding a suitable replacement for Victor Osimhen as the Super Eagles prepares for their AFCON qualiofiers against Libya.

 

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