Nigeria Suffers Victor Osimhen Injury During 2026 World Cup Qualifier vs Rwanda

Victor Osimhen, the key striker for Nigeria and Galatasaray, suffered an ankle injury during the 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, forcing him off the pitch in the first half. Despite scoring a goal that was ruled out for offside, Osimhen's early exit is a significant setback for Nigeria's World Cup campaign, as the team currently sits third in their qualifying group. Cyriel Dessers replaced Osimhen in the match, which ended with Nigeria struggling to secure a win. The injury also raises concerns for Galatasaray, with upcoming important club fixtures at stake. Medical evaluations will determine Osimhen's availability for both Nigeria's next match against South Africa and Galatasaray's forthcoming league and Champions League games. The Super Eagles face pressure to secure positive results in the remaining qualifiers to keep their World Cup hopes alive.