Victor Osimhen has matched Henry Onyekuru as the most-followed Nigerian footballer on Instagram.
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is not only making waves on the field, he’s also gaining significant traction on social media.
After his move from Napoli to Galatasaray, Osimhen’s following has seen a substantial boost, with over 100,000 new followers added following his impressive performance that included a vital assist in his second appearance for the Turkish champions against Fenerbahce.
In the 28th minute of the match, Victor set up his former Napoli teammate Dries Mertens, helping Galatasaray secure a 3-1 victory at the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium and maintain their perfect start to the season with 18 points from six matches.
Between September 3 and September 15, Osimhen’s Instagram following skyrocketed, amassing over 848,756 followers in the span of two weeks.
This surge has brought him level with fellow Nigerian footballer Henry Onyekuru, making them the most followed Super Eagles players on the platform, each boasting 5.1 million followers.
Osimhen’s two goal contribution to Galatasaray’s campaign has not only strengthened the club’s position in the Turkish Super Lig but also enhanced his global fanbase. as he continues to excel in turkey,his social media following is expected to grow even further.
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