Ghanaian football legend
Asamoah Gyan has sparked a major debate after accusing Nigeria's star forward, Victor Osimhen, of faking an injury to miss the recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa. The explosive comments, widely reported by several sports outlets including Pulse Ghana, come in the wake of Nigeria's disappointing 1-1 draw.According to Gyan, a seasoned veteran of international football, Osimhen's sudden withdrawal from the squad was a calculated move influenced by his club, Galatasaray, to protect him for upcoming European commitments.
Gyan was quoted as saying, “I know these tricks. Someone told Osimhen, ‘We spent a lot on you. The Champions League is coming. Play a bit, then get injured and act serious. Next day, you’re back in Türkiye."'
Galatasaray has previously confirmed that Osimhen sustained an ankle ligament injury while on international duty. However, Gyan’s highly controversial statement has reignited the long-standing tension between national team duties and club obligations, leaving many to question the true nature of the striker's injury.
