Osimhen Scores, Injured as Galatasaray Beat İstanbul Başakşehir In 5-Goal Thriller
Victor Osimhen scored for Galatasaray against İstanbul Başakşehir on Friday night before being forced off with an injury in the first half as Galatasaray ran away with 3-2 win.
The Nigerian striker put Galatasaray ahead with a well-taken finish, continuing his impressive goalscoring form for the Turkish champions.
However, the celebrations quickly turned into concern when Osimhen appeared to pick up a groin problem shortly after scoring.
The Super Eagles forward received treatment before eventually leaving the pitch in the 33rd minute. He was replaced by Barış Alper Yılmaz as Galatasaray’s medical team attended to the striker.
The incident immediately raised concerns over Osimhen’s fitness, particularly with important club and international fixtures on the horizon.
Initial reports from Turkey have suggested that the striker could be dealing with a muscle-related injury, but the extent of the problem remains unclear.
There have also been reports of a potentially lengthy spell on the sidelines if a serious muscle tear is confirmed.
However, no official recovery timeframe has been established at this stage as the scored his fifth in three opening season matches.
Galatasaray are expected to conduct further medical examinations, including an MRI scan, to determine the severity of the injury.
Any confirmed lengthy absence would represent a significant setback for Galatasaray, with Osimhen playing a key role in the club’s attacking plans.
It could also have major implications for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, who are preparing for their upcoming international fixtures.
Osimhen’s availability will therefore be closely monitored in the coming days, with supporters awaiting an official update from Galatasaray on the striker’s condition.
Galatasaray sustained the lead as the exploded into a five thriller with both sides in an end to end back and forth with goals with the Osimhen later stood as the difference as Galatasaray prevailed 3-2 on the night.
