Osimhen Named in UEFA Champions League Team of the Week

UEFA announced the inclusion of Nigerian international Victor Osimhen in its Champions League team following the conclusion of the round of 16 playoff second leg tie on Wednesday. Osimhen's remarkable performance against Galatasaray was pivotal in helping his team advance to the next stage of the tournament.

He is recognized alongside other prominent players such as Alexand Sørloth from Atletico Madrid, who netted a hat trick against Club Brugge, and Aurélien Tchouaméni from Real Madrid. The Champions League team also features goalkeeper Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid, defender David Zappacosta from Atalanta, and midfielders Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from PSG, Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, and Weston McKennie from Juventus.

This recognition highlights Osimhen's significant contributions to his team's success in the prestigious tournament.