‘Great player but terrible attitude’- Fans blast Osimhen for fight against Turkey star
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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has come under heavy criticism from fans following his on-field altercation with Emirhan Topçu during the fiery Süper Lig clash between Galatasaray and Beşiktaş on Sunday night.
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🔔 FOLLOW US NOW ➜The tense encounter, which ended 1–1 at RAMS Park, saw tempers flare in the first half when Osimhen reacted angrily after contesting an aerial duel with Topçu.
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The Nigerian forward appeared to grab the Turkish defender by the throat before players stepped in to defuse the situation. Both men were shown yellow cards.
Fan Reacts
The incident has sparked widespread debate online, with many fans expressing disappointment over Osimhen’s conduct.
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One fan wrote on social media, “This was Osimhen yesterday and these are the issues. Imagine if he did this to an English player in England. Mind you, he did this to a Turkish guy.
“And you wonder why other top clubs wouldn’t touch him with a ten-foot pole. The same temper and lack of self-control that pitched him against his coach also led to his irresponsible use of social media.
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“He needs to be sat down and admonished. Great player but terrible attitude. If you hate this truth, donate your tears in the comments section and in quotes.”
This was Osimhen yesterday and these are the issues. Imagine if he did this to an English player in England. Mind you, he did this to a TURKISH guy.
— Maxvayshia™ (@maxvayshia) October 5, 2025
And you wonder why other top clubs wouldn’t touch him with a 10 feet pole. Same temper and of self control is what pitched him… pic.twitter.com/NniqrFqGWR
Divided opinions among fans
While some defended the Super Eagles star, claiming his fiery temperament is part of his competitive nature, others believe such incidents could harm his reputation and chances of securing a move to a top European club.
As much as the act is wrong and deserves condemnation, we’ve seen similar incidents unfold in football among other players.
— ALHAJI KENNYofLAGOS✌🏽 (@KennyMade8737) October 5, 2025
I’ll be waiting to see if you make a write-up when another player displays the same behavior, because people rarely push that kind of narrative when it…
Zlatan punched teammates, Balotelli fought coaches, Suarez bit humans, and they still played for elite clubs. If you think attitude is why no big team wants him, you’re not watching football, you’re watching fantasy league in your head fool 😂
— Tboysquare (@tboysquare) October 5, 2025
True, Victor Osimhen is undeniably a world-class talent, and his emotional flare-ups may have raised eyebrows. That said, context matters here, as he may have been racially abused or provoked, which can push even disciplined professionals to a breaking point. That said, it's…
— Mr. Innocent ⚾️⚾️ (@InnoAnawanti) October 5, 2025
We don't like the Truth.
— Duchess of Ile-Ife😘 (@khykheloormuur) October 5, 2025
Imagine holding Declan Rice like this in the premier league 😂🤣😂
The media will ask for his head 😭😭
In as much as I understand ur point,I wud wnt to be objective in my view. He is human and has the right to react, I've seen Saka act in almost the same manner n nothing happened. Who knws what that guy did to him that warranted such reaction 4 sum1 that just got back frm injury.
— Malcolm x (@Tosin4zealX) October 5, 2025
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) is expected to review the footage, with potential disciplinary action not ruled out.
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