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By Goli Innocent
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has been named in the latest UEFA Champions League Team of the Week following his decisive performance in the knockout phase play-off second legs.
The selection, released today February 26 by UEFA and compiled by its Technical Observer Group, highlights the standout performers across the high-stakes fixtures. Osimhen earned his place after scoring a composed extra-time goal and made some defensive clearance for Galatasaray, a performance that proved pivotal in swinging the tie.
In goal, Jan Oblak of Atlético Madrid was recognised for key saves and an assist via a long kick that led to a goal. The defence featured Davide Zappacosta of Atalanta BC, Odin Bjørtuft of FK Bodø/Glimt, and Edmond Tapsoba of Bayer 04 Leverkusen, who recorded 14 clearances in a clean-sheet performance.
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The midfield trio included Weston McKennie of Juventus FC, Aurélien Tchouaméni of Real Madrid CF, and Sandro Tonali of Newcastle United FC, each contributing goals and strong all-round displays.
Completing the attack alongside Osimhen were Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of Paris Saint-Germain FC, Jens Petter Hauge of Bodø/Glimt, and Alexander Sørloth, who netted a hat-trick for Atlético Madrid.
Atlético Madrid and Bodø/Glimt had two representatives each in the XI, reflecting their strong performances in the second-leg ties. For Osimhen, the recognition further cements his status as one of Europe’s most decisive forwards on the Champions League stage.
