By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Victor Osimhen has provided an update on the injury he sustained during Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs final with Democratic Republic of Congo, Prompt News reports.
The Galatasaray striker copped a hamstring injury in the first half of the keenly contested encounter.
Osimhen was replaced at half time by Sevilla striker Jerome Adams Akor.
Head coach Eric Chelle said he took the decision as a precaution.
Osimhen has now assured that the injury is not serious.
“My injury is not very serious.”the former Napoli striker told A Spor on arrival in Turkey.
The 26-year-old will now undergo MRI scan to determine the severity of the injury.
The forward is expected to be rested for Saturday’s clash with Gençlerbirliği.
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