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Victor Osimhen has backed his wonder goal against Antalyaspor to win the FIFA Puskás Award.
Galatasaray defeated Antalyaspor 3-0 in the Süper Lig fixture to remain top of the Turkish League table.
Osimhen, who recently returned from injury after missing out in their last game, came in as a substitute during the match.
The Super Eagles striker scored a remarkable bicycle kick in injury time to seal the win for Galatasaray.
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Antalyaspor vs Galatasaray: Victor Osimhen returns with a bang after 'excellent' bicycle kick goal for 3-star Lions
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Osimhen speaks on bicycle kick
The current African Men's Player of the Year was candid when asked if his goal was worthy of a Puskás nomination.
According to Galatasaray's official website, Osimhem said, "Of course it could be. It was an incredible goal. It's a classy goal, why not? It could be.”
The striker also spoke about his bicycle kick goal and reflected on his team’s win and the three points earned.
Osimhen continued, "The goal was an incredible one. We got 3 points from here, I am very happy for that. I dedicate this goal to our coach, today is his birthday.
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"When we look at the first half, we were not that good, we took the lead thanks to the goals scored by Mauro and we were able to play much better in the second half.
"We had a 4-day holiday and as a result we rested well, now we will continue in the same way.
"The first goal was normal, but it was not normal for the second goal not to count. These things are part of football. What is important here is for us to get three points as a team and to progress well."
The Napoli loanee may be the first Nigerian to receive a Puskás Award nomination if FIFA deems the goal fit for the award.
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