Striker ready for battle against Juventus or Atletico Madrid
The Nigerian superstar and Galatasaray forward, Victor Osimhen, has declared that his team is ready to face any opponent in the UEFA Champions League playoff round.
Following Galatasaray’s impressive performances in the league phase, the striker expressed total confidence in his teammates ahead of potential clashes with European giants like Juventus or Atletico Madrid. Speaking on Thursday, January 29, 2026, Osimhen vowed that the Turkish side would give their “absolute best” to progress to the round of 16.
“We don’t fear any name; we respect everyone but we are Galatasaray,” the striker told journalists after a training session in Istanbul. He noted that the team’s “Renewed Hope” and tactical discipline have made them a difficult opponent for any “National” or continental powerhouse. Osimhen, who has been in clinical form since his arrival in Türkiye, emphasized that the atmosphere at the Rams Park stadium will be a “nightmare” for any visiting elite team.
The Super Eagles star also highlighted the technical cohesion within the squad, praising his strike partners and the midfield’s ability to create chances. He maintained that the goal is not just to participate but to cause a major upset in the 2025/2026 campaign. Fans in Istanbul and Nigeria are eagerly awaiting the official draw to see which giant the “Joy-Giver” of Turkish football will be tasked with dismantling next.
