Galatasaray Confirms Osimhen Injury As Troost-Ekong Weighs Nigeria Exit

According to Ireporter Online, Galatasaray have confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday night’s playoff final against the Democratic Republic of Congo, which contributed to Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Osimhen was substituted at halftime and replaced by Jerome Adams Akor for the remainder of the match.

Upon returning to Turkey, the striker underwent an MRI scan to assess the severity of the injury. The Turkish club issued a statement on Wednesday, revealing that the examination at Acıbadem Hospital identified a moderate strain with bleeding in Osimhen’s left posterior muscle. Treatment has commenced, and he is expected to miss Galatasaray’s upcoming clash with Gençlerbirliği. His return to full fitness will depend on how his muscle responds to the ongoing therapy.

In related news, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is reportedly contemplating stepping away from international duty following Nigeria’s World Cup exit. Journalist MikeThePundit reported that the defender spoke candidly in the dressing room after the defeat to DR Congo, suggesting uncertainty about his participation in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Troost-Ekong, 32, who has seen limited playtime in recent matches, reportedly told teammates, “I will watch you as a fan at the AFCON.” While no official statement has been released, the speculation has generated significant discussion among fans, who consider him a key leader in the squad.