UCL: ‘They should look at Osimhen’s genetic, he must be eating lions’ – Sinan Engin

Former Besiktas midfielder, Sinan Engin has praised Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen as an exceptional player, highlighting his distinctive physical attributes and influence on the pitch.

During his appearance on the Asist Analiz YouTube channel, Engin expressed his admiration, portraying Osimhen as an athlete whose physical capabilities approach the extraordinary.

“Galatasaray possesses an extraordinary player; Victor Osimhen. One must consider his genetics; he transcends the human norm,” he remarked, as reported by habersarikirmizi.

Engin elaborated further, expressing his astonishment at Osimhen’s sheer strength and presence during matches.

“What does this guy consume, honestly? He must be feasting on lions. Osimhen has transformed into a lion. Icardi has been overshadowed,” he continued.

The Nigerian forward demonstrated that Engin’s comments were not an exaggeration during Galatasaray’s remarkable 1–0 win in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 matchup.

The pivotal moment occurred in the seventh minute when Osimhen leapt to connect with a corner, delivering a precise header towards the goal.

Mario Lemina skillfully redirected the ball, ensuring it found the back of the net and granting the hosts a vital early advantage.

Osimhen’s involvement set the tone for the encounter, as Galatasaray successfully resisted a relentless Liverpool team.

Every touch, sprint, and challenge he undertook reinforced Engin’s belief that the striker is a rare talent capable of altering the outcome of matches almost single-handedly.

UCL: ‘They should look at Osimhen’s genetic, he must be eating lions’ – Sinan Engin

DR Congo FA President sentenced to life imprisonment

The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo Football Federation, FECOFA, Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, has been handed a life sentence after being found guilty of multiple financial offences.

The conviction followed an eight-month probe into allegations of corruption and financial misconduct within the country’s football governing body.

A court found Mayolas culpable of offences including money laundering, embezzlement, forgery, and the use of falsified documents.

The ruling was delivered in his absence, emphasizing the seriousness of the charges brought against him.

Two other senior officials of the federation were also convicted in connection with the case.

FECOFA Secretary-General, Badji Mombo Wantete, and the federation’s Treasurer, Raoul Kanda, were each sentenced to five years in prison over their roles in the financial irregularities.

The verdict is being viewed as a significant step in the authorities’ push to promote transparency and accountability in the administration of football in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Officials say holding senior figures responsible for wrongdoing will help rebuild confidence in the country’s sporting institutions.

The development has sparked strong reactions among football supporters, players, and stakeholders, many of whom have called for sustained reforms to curb corruption and ensure that funds meant for the development of the game are properly managed.

Observers say the case reflects the broader challenges faced by sports organisations in safeguarding financial integrity and reinforces the message that corruption will attract severe consequences, regardless of rank or position.

DR Congo FA President sentenced to life imprisonment

UCL: Del Piero predicts team that will win trophy ahead of Arsenal

Italy football legend, Alessandro Del Piero, has claimed Bayern Munich will win the Champions League ahead of Arsenal.

Del Piero was speaking on CBS Sports, after the Bundesliga champions thrashed Atalanta 6-1 in the last-16 first leg.

According to him, Bayern have overtaken the Gunners as the best team left in the competition.

Del Piero said: “I truly believe that this moment, they are the best team.

“Maybe a couple of months ago, Arsenal had something about them.

“In my opinion, the other teams are struggling a little bit.

“So they have more chances to win it more than other teams.”

UCL: Del Piero predicts team that will win trophy ahead of Arsenal

Turkey: Osimhen, Onuachu named In Team of the Week

Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu has been included in the Turkish Super Lig Team of the Week, DAILY POST reports.

The duo played important roles in their clubs wins last weekend.

Galatasaray defeated Istanbul rivals Besiktas 1-0 with Osimhen scoring the winning goal.

It was Osimhen’s 11th league goal of the campaign.

Onuachu grabbed a brace in Trabzonspor’s 3-1 victory over Kayserispor.

The forward has netted 20 times in 22 league outings for the Black Sea Storm this season.

Another Nigerian, Ibrahim Olawoyin also made the selection.

Olawoyin starred in Caykur Rizespor’s 1-0 win over Antalyalspor.

Turkey: Osimhen, Onuachu named In Team of the Week

UCL: Bayer Leverkusen manager names best team in Europe ahead of Arsenal clash

Bayer Leverkusen manager, Kasper Hjulmand has picked Arsenal as the best team in Europe at the moment.

The two teams face off in the Champions League last-16 first leg on Wednesday evening.

Mikel Arteta’s men arrive for the match, having won all their cup fixtures so far this season.

“Arsenal are perhaps the best team in Europe at the moment,” Hjulmand said.

“They finished first in the league phase of the Champions League and won all their games, scored the most goals and conceded the fewest.

“It’s one of the most difficult challenges, but we’re really looking forward to it! We want to enjoy big games like this together with our fans.

“Arsenal are the clear favourites. But we’ve already shown this season against many big teams like Manchester City, [Borussia] Dortmund and [RB] Leipzig that we can beat them. And as we all know, anything is possible in football.

“You just have to believe in it. This belief in yourself is extremely important. That’s why we’re going into the game with confidence, and we’ll give everything at home to get a good result for the second leg.”

UCL: Bayer Leverkusen manager names best team in Europe ahead of Arsenal clash

Bayern Munich to replace Kane with Osimhen, offer €115m to Galatasaray

Bayern Munich are keen to replace their striker, Harry Kane, with Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen in the near future.

This was disclosed by former Beşiktaş midfielder, Sinan Engin.

According to Engin, Kane is leaving Bayern, and as a result, the Bundesliga giants have offered Galatasaray €115m for Osimhen.

Speaking on the Asist Analiz YouTube channel, Engin said, as quoted by Habersarikirmizi: “Bayern Munich has made a €115 million offer for Victor Osimhen.

“Harry Kane is leaving, and they are considering Osimhen as his replacement.

“I heard there’s a €115 million offer. In the eyes of Galatasaray fans, Osimhen’s price is immeasurable,” he said.

Bayern Munich to replace Kane with Osimhen, offer €115m to Galatasaray

UCL: Salah overtakes Jamie Carragher’s record after featuring for Liverpool against Galatasaray

Liverpool winger, Mohamed Salah, on Tuesday night surpassed the club’s legend Jamie Carragher’s record at the Reds.

According to OptaJoe, Salah became Liverpool’s all-time record appearance maker in the European Cup/UEFA Champions League after featuring against Galatasaray in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg tie in Turkey, overtaking Carragher’s 80 appearances.

The Egyptian international has 81 appearances for Liverpool in European competitions.

Meanwhile, Salah failed to score against Galatasaray during the encounter.

The 33-year-old was replaced by Jeremie Frimpong in the 60th minute of the encounter.

Salah joined Liverpool from Serie A side AS Roma in 2017 and has been impressive for the Premier League champions so far.

UCL: Salah overtakes Jamie Carragher’s record after featuring for Liverpool against Galatasaray

UCL: Osimhen in tears as Galatasaray fans unveil tifo before Liverpool clash [VIDEO]

Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, became visibly emotional after the supporters unveiled a tifo, before their Champions League last-16 first leg against Liverpool.

The game is being played at the Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex RAMS Park in Istanbul, Turkey.

The tifo had a huge image of Osimhen’s late mother and his daughter.

Ahead of kick-off, the fans showed their support for Osimhen with the banner.

The Nigerian striker responded in typical fashion, as he provided the assist for Mario Lemina’s opener within the opening 10 minutes.

Osimhen already has seven goals to his name in the Champions League this season.

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UCL: Osimhen in tears as Galatasaray fans unveil tifo before Liverpool clash [VIDEO]

FIBA Women’s W/Cup qualifiers: Wakama declares D’Tigress ready for battle

D’Tigress head coach Rena Wakama has declared her team ready for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup qualification tournament.

The African champions arrived Villeurbanne, Lyon for the competition on Monday.

Wakama announced her 12-player roster for the tournament last week.

D’ Tigress will open their campaign against Colombia on Wednesday.

The coach said the competition provides her team with an opportunity to test themselves against some of the best sides in the world.

“Our preparations have been intense, and this tournament here in Lyon, is an important part of that process. It gives us the opportunity to test ourselves against strong competition and evaluate where we’re as a team,” Wakama told the NBBF media.

D’Tigress will also confront Korea, Philippines, France , and Germany at the competition.

FIBA Women’s W/Cup qualifiers: Wakama declares D’Tigress ready for battle

UCL: Leboeuf names four Chelsea players PSG should be worried about

Former France international, Frank Leboeuf, has named four Chelsea players Paris Saint-Germain should be worried about when both teams clash in the Champions League Round of 16.

Leboeuf believes the Ligue 1 giants may find it difficult to contend with Chelsea’s Reece James, Malo Gusto, Enzo Fernandez, and Moises Caicedo.

PSG and Chelsea will face off at Parc des Princes in the last-16 first leg clash on Wednesday night,

“PSG are going to play against Chelsea, with Caicedo, and James, if Gusto plays at right-back and Fernandez at the top of the triangle, that is going to be a hard task for PSG,” Leboeuf said during an ESPN segment.

He added, “If Chelsea replicates their performance from the match against Aston Villa, PSG have to be worried.”

UCL: Leboeuf names four Chelsea players PSG should be worried about

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