Figures cited by The Guardian Nigeria highlight renewed concern about Victor Osimhen’s on-field temperament following a reported incident involving teammate Ademola Lookman.
Other coverage suggests the situation may be contained internally, as unity messages and reports of apologies circulated afterward.
The episode shows how one sideline moment can dominate the story cycle more than the result itself in today’s social-first sports media.
- AP via SMDailyJournal (Web): “Just football… together always.”
- Soccernet.ng (Web): “Osimhen… apologised to Lookman…”
Echotitbits take: Star players now manage two games—on the pitch and online. Watch for official team comments, future lineup dynamics, and whether leadership narratives affect public-brand positioning.
Source: The Guardian Nigeria — 2026-01-09 —https://www.premiumtimesng.com/sports/football/848216-why-osimhens-temperament-matters-as-much-as-his-goals.html
Source: The Guardian Nigeria 2026-01-09
Photo Credit: The Guardian Nigeria
