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Osimhen dedicates goal to Elumelu’s twin sons
Nigerian football sensation, Victor Osimhen, made headlines on Saturday with a heartwarming gesture as he celebrated a goal by dedicating it to Tony and Toby, the twin sons of Nigerian business magnate Tony Elumelu.
Osimhen, currently playing for Galatasaray, scored the opening goal in a 2-1 victory over Goztepe at RAMS Park. His clinical 10th-minute penalty sent Goztepe’s goalkeeper, Mateusz Lis, the wrong way, marking his 10th league goal for the Turkish giants since his mid-2024 transfer.
During his goal celebration, Osimhen signaled to the bench for a customized jersey. Holding it up for the cameras, the jersey bore the message: “Happy birthday, Tony and Toby.” The touching tribute immediately drew reactions from fans and the football community.
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Galatasaray, sharing the moment on their official X account, added a playful twist, admitting they were “not sure who they are” while joining the birthday wishes.
Tony Elumelu later clarified the gesture, revealing in a tweet that Osimhen had promised to dedicate his next goal as a gift for his sons’ 10th birthday.
“Throwback to last week when Victor Osimhen promised the T-Men to dedicate his next goal as their 10th birthday gift—and, as always, he delivered in style,” Elumelu tweeted, expressing gratitude for the thoughtful gesture.
Osimhen’s display of friendship and loyalty adds another dimension to his growing reputation as both a formidable striker and a humble sportsman. His dedication comes as Galatasaray enjoys a commanding lead at the top of the Turkish league, 11 points ahead of second-placed Fenerbahce.
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