UCL 2025/26 Fixtures: Top 5 Victor Osimhen matches in the Champions League group stage

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is set for another Champions League adventure, this time leading the line for Galatasaray after his record-breaking permanent transfer.

Drawn into a heavyweight group packed with former champions and tricky challengers, the Nigerian striker will have to deliver on Europe’s biggest stage if Gala are to push into the last 16 or even dream of the elusive top eight.

Here are the five standout fixtures that could define Osimhen’s group-stage campaign.

Osimhen’s Champions League journey begins with a trip to the blue side of Manchester against Pep Guardiola’s mighty Cityzens.

After being overlooked by some of Europe’s biggest clubs, including City, during his transfer saga, this is the perfect chance to show he belongs among football’s elite.

A goal here from the Nigeria Super Eagles main man would send a clear message to the Premier League giants who passed on him.

Battling the reigning English champions in their intimidating Etihad fortress will test Osimhen’s pace, movement, and composure against one of the best defences in Europe.

After two tough away trips (City and Frankfurt), Osimhen finally steps onto Rams Park turf for his first home game of the campaign.

No matter what happens on the road, in their first two matches in the Champions League, Gala must win this one to stay on track for qualification.

The pressure will be on, and big strikers are expected to deliver in big moments, which is where the former African Player of the Year comes in.

Ajax’s fluid, attacking style makes this a thrilling contest and a key match for Osimhen to demonstrate his goal-scoring ability in front of the passionate home crowd.

By the fifth group-stage game, the standings will be clear - who’s cruising, who’s clinging on to life on a thread.

Facing Liverpool is more than a test of qualification hopes; it’s another chance for Osimhen to prove he’s a world-class forward against one of Europe’s fiercest sides.

Liverpool’s high press and relentless attack will challenge Galatasaray’s defence, but Osimhen’s ability to find space and clinical finishing could be the difference-maker in what is expected to be a high-intensity showdown.

Atleti at home, sandwiched in a run of three straight games in Istanbul, could decide Osimhen and Galatasaray’s fate in the competition.

Diego Simeone’s team are notoriously hard to break down, known for their disciplined defence and tactical rigidity across board.

If Osimhen can find a way through their iron-clad backline, which is why the Lions paid all that money, it could be the spark Gala need to take control of the group.

This fixture might be the defining moment of the campaign for Osimhen’s leadership and finishing ability.

The run of three home games ends with what looks like the most “winnable” fixture, but underestimate Bodo/Glimt at your peril.

The Norwegian side has proven themselves tough opponents with a fearless style, especially in Europe.

If qualification hangs in the balance, this could be the night where Osimhen must show his composure and killer instinct to seal the deal in front of a packed Rams Park.

The pressure will be immense, and a clinical performance from Osimhen could be the key to sending Galatasaray through to the knockout stages.

From Manchester to Madrid, via Istanbul’s roaring stands, Osimhen’s Champions League group stage is packed with high-stakes battles - which is why he rejected a move to Saudi Arabia.

If he rises to the occasion, Galatasaray could dream of a deep run, and Osimhen could cement his place among Europe’s true striking elite.