Victor Osimhen’s teammate at Galatasaray, Mario Lemina, has reacted to Tremendous Eagles of Nigeria’s 4-1 bashing of Gabon within the 4-1 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff conflict in Morocco.
Lemina stated their defeat to Nigeria was a painful setback however added that they should transfer on with the teachings learnt.
Lemina watched his teammate at Galatasaray, Osimhen rating twice within the second-half of the extra-time to provide Nigeria a effectively deserved victory after the traditional time led to a 1-1 attract Rabat.
Gabon netted the equaliser within the 89th minute after Sevilla striker, Akor Adams had put the Tremendous Eagles forward earlier within the recreation.
Chidera Ejuke returned the Tremendous Eagles again in entrance earlier than Osimhen hit the again of the online twice to seal the victory.
Lemina stated, “A mixture of feelings between rage, disappointment, and pleasure. We had promised ourselves to struggle to the top for this jersey, nevertheless it wasn’t sufficient.
“Let’s use this expertise to progress and transfer ahead stronger towards our targets. Happy with you guys. Thanks,” he wrote on X.
The Tremendous Eagles now have a date with DR Congo within the last playoff on Sunday on the Moulay Hassan Stadium.
