Nigeria’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, has picked up an injury that may rule him out of the Super Eagles’ upcoming matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
The 26-year-old forward was substituted in the 89th minute of Galatasaray’s 0-0 draw with Fenerbahce on Monday night. Galatasaray’s doctor, Yener Ince, confirmed that the substitution was due to an injury.
“We will see; it will be clear tomorrow,” Dr. Ince said, offering little information about the severity of the injury.
Osimhen’s injury is a major setback for Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying campaign. He is the country’s joint second-highest goalscorer, with 23 goals in 39 appearances. Only Rashidi Yekini has scored more for Nigeria, with 37 goals in 62 matches.
The Super Eagles will now be led by new head coach Eric Chelle, who faces a tough challenge as he prepares for the qualifiers without his top striker.