(VIDEO) Victor Osimhen injury: Will he miss Champions League clash against Sporting CP?

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Victor Osimhen raised concern at Galatasaray just five days before its Champions League clash with Sporting CP . The striker was forced off injured in the 33rd minute against İstanbul Başakşehir after scoring a stunning goal in his team's dramatic 3-2 victory.

Osimhen appeared to suffer a muscular issue and was unable to continue, with Barış Alper Yılmaz coming on to replace him.

For now, Galatasaray has not officially announced the severity of the injury or provided a potential recovery timeline, meaning it remains unclear whether Osimhen will be available for the European fixture.

How did Victor Osimhen get injured?

Osimhen had once again made an impact before being forced off.

In the 16th minute, the striker fired a spectacular effort that struck the post before finding the net. The play was reviewed and VAR confirmed the goal, giving Galatasaray a 1-0 lead.

Just 17 minutes later, however, concern arrived.

Osimhen began experiencing discomfort and was substituted in the 33rd minute. It appeared to be a muscular problem, although an official update from the club will be needed to determine the exact nature of the injury.

Will Victor Osimhen play against Sporting CP ?

The biggest question now surrounds the Champions League.

Galatasaray visits Sporting on Wednesday, September 9, only five days after Osimhen suffered the injury.

The short turnaround raises questions about his availability, although Galatasaray has not ruled the striker out of the match at this stage.

His progress over the coming days will determine whether he can travel and be available for the Champions League fixture.

Osimhen has six goals in four matches

A potential absence would be significant for Galatasaray considering the striker's outstanding start to the season.

With his goal against İstanbul Başakşehir, Osimhen reached six goals in four Süper Lig matches, while also contributing two assists.

Galatasaray eventually secured a 3-2 victory through Gabriel Sara's 90th-minute goal, but attention after the match also turned to the fitness of its leading scorer ahead of the trip to Sporting.