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The Digest:

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been surprisingly omitted from the UEFA Champions League Team of the Week, despite his historic performance for Galatasaray. The Super Eagles star scored a decisive brace against Bodo Glimt, becoming the first player in the club's history to score in seven consecutive European matches, yet was overlooked for the continental honor.

Key Points:
  • Osimhen scored two goals in Galatasaray's 3-1 victory over Bodo Glimt.
  • His performance earned a 9.8 Sofascore rating, higher than selected striker Guruzeta (9.5).
  • The Nigerian made history with goals in seven straight European games for Galatasaray.
  • UEFA selected Athletic Bilbao's Gorka Guruzeta instead for the weekly honor.
  • Galatasaray manager Buruk praised Osimhen as "one of the most expensive strikers."
  • Osimhen faced tougher opposition than Guruzeta, who played against Qarabag.
  • The snub comes despite Osimhen's clearly superior statistical performance.
This oversight highlights the often-unpredictable nature of international recognition, even in the face of undeniable achievement and record-breaking performances.

Sources: Soccernet