Super Eagles goal poacher, Victor Osimhen has warned Galatasaray against underestimating Barcelona ahead of their UEFA Champions League showdown this week.
Osimhen issued the warning to his teammates shortly after the Turkish champions’ dramatic victory over Kasımpaşa.
The Super Eagles striker returned from a groin injury, providing an assist as Galatasaray defeated Kasımpaşa 3-1 at RAMS Park, even after being reduced to 10 men.
Osimhen’s return could prove crucial when Galatasaray welcome Barcelona on Tuesday, October 13, in their second league-phase fixture.
“This is an incredible stadium. I’ve witnessed Champions League nights here multiple times,” Osimhen said, per Futbol Arena.
“Barcelona is a very big team. You shouldn’t be happy about playing against them, because they have very quality players. It will help us both collectively and individually. I’m happy for matches like this. It will be a great match.”
Galatasaray also face a difficult record against the Spanish giants. Barcelona currently boast five wins, two draws and just one defeat against the Turkish club in their Champions League meetings.
Barcelona began this season’s league phase with a 5-1 victory over Feyenoord, while Galatasaray lost 3-1 away to Sporting CP.
A victory at RAMS Park would give Galatasaray their first points of this Champions League campaign and a valuable boost in the race for a place in the knockout rounds.
With Osimhen back and already contributing, the Turkish side will hope their Nigerian striker can turn Friday’s momentum into a memorable European night.
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