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The Digest:

Ghanaian football legend Asamoah Gyan has sparked controversy by accusing Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen of exaggerating an injury to prioritize club duties with Galatasaray over the Super Eagles’ critical World Cup qualifier against South Africa. Gyan implied financial incentives influenced the decision, stating: “The Euro is a more valuable currency than the Naira.”

Key Points:
  • Gyan alleged Osimhen conspired with club officials to “act” injured after Nigeria’s match against Rwanda
  • Osimhen missed the 1–1 draw with South Africa, damaging Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes
  • The striker returned to Galatasaray for treatment ahead of Champions League fixtures
  • Gyan, Africa’s top World Cup scorer, questioned the severity of the ankle injury
  • Osimhen’s availability for Galatasaray’s upcoming games remains unconfirmed
  • The comments highlight tensions between African players’ club and national team commitments
Gyan’s remarks intensify scrutiny of Osimhen’s priorities amid Nigeria’s struggling World Cup campaign.

Sources: Soccernet