Victor Osimhen calls for unity after Nigeria's World Cup miss and dismisses transfer rumors

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen urged teammates and fans to stay positive after the Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying the disappointment was “bad for all of us” and emphasizing the need to keep moving forward. Nigeria lost to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the continental playoffs, marking a second consecutive World Cup absence and highlighting the turmoil caused by three different coaches during the qualifying campaign.

In a separate interview, Osimhen addressed recent transfer speculation, stating he is happy at Turkish club Galatasaray. He described his time at the club as “special,” praised the mutual respect within the team, and said he has no immediate plans to move, focusing instead on enjoying his current season.