Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has left the Nigerian camp in Morocco after sustaining an injury, as Nigeria turn their attention to the AFCON 2025 third-place playoff against Egypt.

The Galatasaray forward reportedly picked up the injury during Nigeria’s semi-final defeat, after which he was assessed by the Super Eagles medical team. Following further examination, it was decided that Osimhen should return to Turkey to continue his treatment under the supervision of his club.

A source close to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed that the decision was taken purely on medical grounds, with the player’s health and long-term fitness given top priority.

> *“Osimhen has been released from the camp to receive proper medical attention. The decision was taken in the best interest of the player,”* a team official disclosed.

Osimhen has been one of Nigeria’s key performers at AFCON 2025, leading the attack with his energy, physical presence, and goal threat. His absence will be felt as the Super Eagles prepare for their third-place match against Egypt, scheduled for today.

1. Head coach, Eric Chelle, is expected to reshuffle his attacking options, with other forwards now tasked with stepping up as Nigeria aim to end the tournament on a positive note.

Despite missing out on a place in the final, the Super Eagles remain focused on securing a bronze-medal finish and giving the fans something to cheer about before the curtain falls on their AFCON 2025 campaign.

The world stood still as Nigeria’s sprint queen, Tobi Amusan, stormed to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles final, clocking an astonishing 12.06 seconds (wind-assisted) to claim her place in history.

With that golden run, Amusan shattered barriers, becoming Nigeria’s first ever World Championships GOLD medallist. For a nation long hungry for global recognition in athletics, her triumph is a defining moment — one that cements her as a legend.

But her victory is bigger than Nigeria. It is a milestone for Africa. More than two decades after Glory Alozie’s silver medal in 1999, the continent now celebrates its 10th hurdles medal, and this time, it shines GOLD.

Amusan’s journey has been one of resilience and grit. Once doubted, she has risen through setbacks and turned pain into power. Her triumph tells a story of belief — belief that no dream is too high, and no obstacle too great.

As the crowd erupted in Eugene, Oregon, the world witnessed more than an athletic victory. They witnessed history. They witnessed the birth of a global icon.

Tobi Amusan didn’t just win a race — she carried Nigeria, Africa, and millions of dreamers with her across that finish line.

After weeks of online speculation and heated debates among football fans, Super Falcons defender Tosin Demehin has finally addressed the handball controversy that nearly marred her performance during Nigeria’s recent international fixture. In a press chat in Lagos, Demehin shared her side of the story—and the moment that calmed her fears came from none other than Nigerian football legend Asisat Oshoala.

The Controversial Moment

The incident, which sparked a storm of reactions on social media, occurred during a tense moment in the match when the ball struck Demehin’s hand inside the penalty box. Fans and pundits were split on whether it was a legitimate penalty call, with many accusing the defender of an avoidable error.

But Demehin has now spoken up, giving clarity from her point of view:

> “I was scared, but deep down I knew it wasn’t a penalty,” she said, according to BoldSports. “The ball touched my hand, yes, but the way I was positioned, it wasn’t unnatural.”

The Oshoala Moment

What happened next shows the true spirit of leadership and sisterhood within the team. Demehin revealed that as the team regrouped, Asisat Oshoala—widely regarded as the face of Nigerian women’s football—walked up to her and offered both comfort and clarity.

> “‘Agba baller’ (Asisat Oshoala) came to me and asked, ‘Tosin, ṣo bọwọ́ ẹ?’ (Did it touch your hand?). I said, ‘O bọwọ́ mi, but mo dúró dáadáa’ (Yes, but I stood naturally).”

Rather than chastise her, Oshoala offered reassurance:

> “She told me to calm down, assuring me it wouldn’t be given as a penalty.”

It’s a moment that many are now hailing as an example of what true leadership and team support should look like.

Fans React

Football fans have taken to social media with renewed respect for both players:

> “Oshoala is not just a baller, she’s a big sister to the younger ones. Love how she protects her teammates,” one user wrote on X.

> “Tosin held her ground and Asisat backed her up like a true leader. That’s the unity we want to see in the Falcons,” another posted.

A Lesson in Composure

Demehin’s calm explanation and the guidance she received from a senior teammate have turned what could have been a stain on her growing career into a teachable moment about composure under pressure and trust within a team.

As the Super Falcons prepare for upcoming matches, fans are calling for more behind-the-scenes stories like this—ones that highlight not just skills, but the bond and values that make champions.