In a thrilling Champions League play-off tie on Wednesday night, Victor Osimhen and his team Galatasaray emerged victorious with a 7-5 aggregate score against Italian powerhouse Juventus. Osimhen, the star striker for Galatasaray, expressed his preference to avoid facing Liverpool in the upcoming draw for the last-16 round of the competition.
The match against Juventus was a nail-biting one, with Galatasaray needing extra time to secure their place in the next round. Despite a valiant effort from Juventus, who scored three goals without reply, it was Osimhen who sealed the deal for his team with a crucial goal in extra time. His teammate Baris Alper Yilmaz also contributed to the victory with a goal of his own.
Now, Galatasaray eagerly awaits the draw on Friday morning to find out their opponents for the last-16 round. They have already faced Liverpool earlier in the competition, with Osimhen scoring a penalty in their 1-0 win against the English side in September. When asked about his preference for the upcoming match, Osimhen admitted that facing Liverpool would be like seeking revenge, but also acknowledged the challenge it would bring.
The Champions League draw is a crucial event for all football lovers, and the anticipation is high as teams eagerly wait to find out their fate. The Premier League teams have a tough road ahead, with Arsenal potentially facing either Bayer Leverkusen or Atalanta, Chelsea possibly taking on Newcastle United or PSG, and Liverpool potentially playing against Atletico Madrid or Galatasaray. Meanwhile, Manchester City could face either Bodo/Glimt or Real Madrid, Tottenham could potentially face Atletico Madrid or Galatasaray, and Newcastle United may play against Chelsea or Barcelona.
Osimhen emphasized that no team can be taken lightly in the Champions League, as even underdogs like Bodo/Glimt can make a strong impact. He also stated that in order to be champions, one must be willing to face and defeat the top teams in the competition. As for the potential rematch against Liverpool, Osimhen shared his excitement for the possibility of playing at Anfield and the challenge it would bring. He believes that Galatasaray has what it takes to face any opponent, but acknowledges that it will not be an easy feat.
The Champions League draw is highly anticipated by football fans worldwide, and the excitement only grows as the competition progresses. Osimhen and his team are eager to see who they will face in the next round, and they are ready to give it their all in order to continue their journey towards the ultimate goal of becoming champions.
