Shock after shock for Galatasaray ahead of Sporting clash

Summary

Galatasaray, maintaining their lead at the top of the Trendyol Süper Lig after defeating Başakşehir 3-2, has been shaken by injury news ahead of their critical UEFA Champions League clash against Sporting. Bad news regarding Victor Osimhen, Mario Lemina, and Wilfried Singo in the Yellow-and-Reds squad has completely disrupted all plans of the coaching staff.

Details

Victor Osimhen, who felt pain in his right groin shortly after finding the net away against Başakşehir, was replaced by Barış Alper Yılmaz in the 33rd minute of the match. Similarly, strain and pain in the right groin area were detected in Mario Lemina, who had to come off after the first half.

It was learned that out of the two stars undergoing detailed MRI scans, Nigerian striker Osimhen will not be risked in the Sporting match, while the medical staff is working tirelessly to get Lemina ready for the game. Should a more serious finding be detected in the MRI results, Osimhen faces a risk of being sidelined for up to 3 weeks.

Another disappointing piece of news for the Yellow-and-Red community came from defense key figure Wilfried Singo. It was announced that the Ivorian center-back, who suffered bleeding alongside tendon and muscle damage in his right hamstring, will be sidelined for at least 1 month. The medical team aims to have the experienced defender ready for the Kasımpaşa fixture after the international break.

Following this injury shockwave, head coach Okan Buruk reshaped his attacking setup prior to the big Champions League clash. The experienced coach is almost certain to hand Barış Alper Yılmaz the starting spot upfront in Osimhen's absence.

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Highlights

• Competition: Süper Lig
• Clubs involved: Galatasaray, Başakşehir
• Category: Football
• Certainty: The source did not specify the official status of the development.

Source

This news was compiled from information obtained from Sözcü (published: 6 September 2026 09:13).

Original news: Sözcü