Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has hailed his teammates following the club’s impressive 4-2 away victory over Lille in the UEFA Champions League, while declaring his side ready for the derby clash against Fenerbahce.
Osimhen spoke to reporters after Galatasaray secured its first points of the league phase on Wednesday night, October 21, 2026, at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille, France.
The Nigerian forward was in action as the Turkish champions came from behind to beat the French side in a pulsating encounter.
Osimhen Praises Team Spirit In Lille Comeback
Reflecting on the victory, Osimhen credited his teammates for their resilience and fighting spirit against a difficult opponent.
According to the striker, Galatasaray had anticipated a tough night in France and had prepared to fight back whenever necessary.
He explained that the collective effort and character shown after falling behind made the difference, as Galatasaray turned the game around to seal a vital European win.
Osimhen also referenced the team’s recent European outings, noting he missed the Sporting clash due to injury and acknowledging the quality of previous opponents like Barcelona.
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He thanked Galatasaray supporters for their continued backing throughout the challenging fixtures.
Focus Shifts To Fenerbahce Derby
The Super Eagles striker has now turned his attention to the huge Istanbul derby against Fenerbahce.
Osimhen described the derby as a game full of emotions, admitting that there can also be chaos, but said Galatasaray is eagerly looking forward to it.
“When we talk about the derby, we’re talking about a game full of emotions. There can also be chaos. We’re really looking forward to it,” Osimhen said.
He acknowledged Fenerbahce’s quality but stressed that Galatasaray will look to maximise its home advantage and deliver its best performance as a team.
Momentum Ahead Of Key Fixtures
With the win over Lille, Galatasaray will now approach its remaining games one at a time, aiming to build on the momentum.
Although a major Champions League encounter against Paris Saint-Germain looms, Osimhen said every European match presents its own difficulty.
For now, attention is firmly on Fenerbahce, with the striker underlining the importance of derby victories in the title race.
