Former Besiktas midfielder, Sinan Engin has praised Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen as an exceptional player, highlighting his distinctive physical attributes and influence on the pitch.
During his appearance on the Asist Analiz YouTube channel, Engin expressed his admiration, portraying Osimhen as an athlete whose physical capabilities approach the extraordinary.
“Galatasaray possesses an extraordinary player; Victor Osimhen. One must consider his genetics; he transcends the human norm,” he remarked, as reported by habersarikirmizi.
Engin elaborated further, expressing his astonishment at Osimhen’s sheer strength and presence during matches.
“What does this guy consume, honestly? He must be feasting on lions. Osimhen has transformed into a lion. Icardi has been overshadowed,” he continued.
The Nigerian forward demonstrated that Engin’s comments were not an exaggeration during Galatasaray’s remarkable 1–0 win in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 matchup.
The pivotal moment occurred in the seventh minute when Osimhen leapt to connect with a corner, delivering a precise header towards the goal.
Mario Lemina skillfully redirected the ball, ensuring it found the back of the net and granting the hosts a vital early advantage.
Osimhen’s involvement set the tone for the encounter, as Galatasaray successfully resisted a relentless Liverpool team.
Every touch, sprint, and challenge he undertook reinforced Engin’s belief that the striker is a rare talent capable of altering the outcome of matches almost single-handedly.
UCL: ‘They should look at Osimhen’s genetic, he must be eating lions’ – Sinan Engin
