Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has described Barcelona as the best team in the world ahead of their upcoming UEFA Champions League clash, predicting a tough encounter against the Spanish giants, Trybal News reports.
The Barcelona match will be a tough game, but to be honest, like my teammates, I’m also very excited for this match,” Osimhen said.
The Nigerian international was speaking after Galatasaray’s 3-1 victory over Kasımpaşa in the Turkish Super Lig on Friday, where he discussed the challenge awaiting his side in Europe.
Osimhen acknowledged Barcelona’s current standing in world football and expressed his excitement about facing the LaLiga side at Rams Park.
I know Barcelona is one of the best teams in the world and currently the best team in the world. Playing against Barcelona at Rams Park will be magnificent,” he added, as quoted by HT Spor.
The fixture will present Osimhen with an opportunity to face Barcelona in the Champions League for the first time as a Galatasaray player.
The Turkish champions last faced Barcelona on March 17, 2022, in the second leg of their UEFA Europa League Round of 16 tie. Barcelona secured a 2-1 victory in Istanbul after the first leg ended goalless at Camp Nou.
With Osimhen leading Galatasaray’s attack, the upcoming encounter promises to be a significant test for the Turkish side against one of Europe’s leading clubs.
