Nigeria and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been dealt an untimely setback after limping off during the Super Eagles’ narrow 1-0 win over Rwanda in the World Cup qualifiers.

The 26-year-old forward, who has been a driving force for both club and country, returned to Istanbul immediately after the game, where he underwent thorough medical examinations.

Club doctor Dr. Yener İnce confirmed that Osimhen suffered a moderate ankle sprain, with stretching and internal bleeding detected in the ligaments. The Turkish giants assured fans that treatment has already begun, with hopes of a swift recovery for their prized asset.

However, this blow means Nigeria will be without their talisman for the crucial qualifier against South Africa on September 9, 2025, a fixture that could heavily influence their World Cup qualification hopes.

For Galatasaray supporters and Super Eagles faithful, the focus now shifts to Osimhen’s recovery timeline and how quickly he can return to lead the attack again.