Nigeria’s Osimhen tried to defy broken arm in Galatasaray loss at Liverpool

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen played with a broken arm during the 4-0 loss at Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League, in an attempt by the striker to prevent his side being eliminated 4-1 on aggregate. The Nigerian’s international club said in a statement after Wednesday’s game that Osimhen took a knock on his right arm during the first half at Anfield . He remained on the pitch until halftime but could not resume after the interval due to a suspected fracture.

“After the match, a hospital examination, under the supervision of our medical team, confirmed a fracture of the right forearm, and a cast was applied,” Galatasaray said. “A decision regarding a possible surgical procedure will be made in the coming days after further tests. ” Galatasaray led 1-0 following the first leg, but Liverpool were level on aggregate by the break at Anfield, before three quick-fire goals in the second half – rounded off by Mohamed Salah – overcame the deficit and settled the tie.

Liverpool’s win has set up a quarterfinal against trophy holder Paris Saint-Germain. Osimhen, whose remainder of the season may well be in doubt, is one of the brightest talents in the game but missed out on a place at this summer’s FIFA World Cup 2026 after Nigeria were eliminated in a playoff by DR Congo. Galatasaray are four points clear of Fenerbache and Trabzonspor at the top of the Turkish league, and travel to the latter on Sunday.