Osimhen thanks Galatasaray after winning Turkish sports award
Nigeria’s star striker Victor Osimhen has expressed gratitude to Galatasaray and their fans after being named Sportsman of the Year at the GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards. The award ceremony took place on June 5, 2025, celebrating achievements across various fields in Turkey. Osimhen highlighted the support from his club and family, dedicating the honour to them. His impressive performances have made him a standout figure in Turkish football since joining Galatasaray.
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- Victor Osimhen joined Galatasaray in the summer of 2024 and later completed a record €75m permanent transfer in 2025.
- He scored 37 goals and provided seven assists in his debut season, helping Galatasaray win both the Super Lig and Turkish Cup.
- Despite injury setbacks, Osimhen has netted 11 goals in 15 appearances this season across domestic and European competitions.
- He played a key role for Nigeria, scoring six goals in five matches to reach the World Cup play-offs, but missed the final due to injury.
- Osimhen is set to lead Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, running from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026.
