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Osimhen earns N72m reward for role in Galatasaray 3-1 victory
After Helping Galatasaray Beat Fenerbahce, Victor Osimhen Given a Special Bonus of N72 Million. Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been rewarded with a special bonus of 1.5 million Turkish Lira (approximately N72 million) by Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek, following the team’s impressive 3-1 victory over Fenerbahce in the Intercontinental Derby, according to All Nigeria Soccer.
Osimhen, on loan from Napoli, played a crucial role in Galatasaray’s win, registering an assist in the match. His skillful chest control in the box allowed Dries Mertens to tap the ball past Fenerbahce goalkeeper Livakovic, securing Galatasaray’s second goal.
This bonus is a testament to Osimhen’s instant impact at Galatasaray. Despite not scoring in his first two games, the Nigerian international has quickly become a key player in the team’s attack.
Galatasaray’s victory ended Fenerbahce’s record-breaking 32-game unbeaten run in the Super Lig, with their last loss dating back to November 4, 2023, against Trabzonspor.
Osimhen’s impressive performance has sparked excitement among Galatasaray fans, and the bonus is a well-deserved recognition of his contributions.
The Nigerian striker will look to continue his fine form when Galatasaray faces PAOK in the Europa League on September 25. Fans eagerly anticipate his first goal in Galatasaray colors.
Osimhen’s success at Galatasaray is a significant boost to his career, and this special bonus demonstrates the team’s commitment to rewarding excellence.
With Osimhen leading the charge, Galatasaray aims to build momentum and make a strong push in both domestic and European competitions.
Newcastle on Sunday pummeled Manchester United 4-1.
Newcastle to chance as they dealt a terrible blow on former league toppers.
Arsenal draw Brentford as hope of making it to the top continues to dwindle.
Arsenal after a superlative display against Real Madrid could not pull a win against Brentford at Emirates.
Most popular ex-captain and head coach of the Super Eagles, Christian Chukwu, is dead.
He was 74.
The football legend reportedly passed away in the early hours of Saturday though the exact circumstances surrounding the situation remain unclear as of the time of filing this report.
His longtime teammate and friend, Dr. Olusegun Odegbami, confirmed the development.
Odegbami, who won the 1980 Africa Nation Cup with Chukwu, said: ‘I just received the news that between 9:00 and 10:00 this morning, “Chairman” Christian Chukwu, MFR, my bosom friend and teammate, one of the greatest football players in Nigeria’s history, has passed on’.
Born 4 January 1951, Chukwu had an illustrious career with Rangers captaining them to many laurels on the domestic football scene and led the Flying Antelopes to continental glory by winning the now rested African Cup Winners Cup in 1977.
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