Nigeria vs South Africa: Osimhen Will Not Play, He's in Pain - Galatasaray Manager, Buruk

JUST IN: Osimhen ruled out of South Africa clash

Head coach Eric Chelle now faces a major attacking dilemma ahead of Tuesday’s decisive encounter in Bloemfontein.

Nigeria vs South Africa: Osimhen will not play, he's in pain - Galatasaray manager, Buruk

Galatasaray manager, Okan Buruk has suggested that striker, Victor Osimhen will not play for the Super Eagles of Nigeria when they face South Africa in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. According to Buruk, Osimhen is in pain after sustaining an ankle injury in Nigeria’s 1-0 victory against Rwanda on Saturday. He, however, lamented that the latest injury set-back for Osimhen is a shame for the Turkish champions. “If possible, we want to bring him…

South Africa Vs Nigeria: Osimhen set to miss crucial World Cup ...

Victor Osimhen injury: Samson Siasia shares reason striker was injured vs Rwanda

Former Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia has explained why Victor Osimhen was forced out of Nigeria’s 1-0 win over Rwanda, revealing the striker was targeted.

Osimhen Ruled Out of Nigeria’s World Cup Qualifier Against South Africa Due to Injury

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen will miss Nigeria’s pivotal 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, after sustaining a shin injury during the team’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda on Saturday, September 6. The news has dealt a significant blow to Nigeria’s hopes of closing the gap in Group A as they battle for a spot in the global tournament.The 26-year-old Napoli forward, who started the match a…

South Africa vs Nigeria: He is in pain - Galatasaray boss gives update on Osimhen injury

Galatasaray boss rules out Osimhen for Nigeria’s clash with South Africa