UCL: Juventus coach Spalletti reveals plan to stop Osimhen

Sport UCL: Juventus coach Spalletti reveals plan to stop Osimhen Published on February 16, 2026 By Mike Oyebola googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti has said it is important for his team to stop Victor Osimhen in their UEFA Champions League clash, DAILY POST reports. The Serie A giants will face Galatasaray in the first leg of their playoff tie at the Rams Park on Tuesday night. Osimhen has impressed in the competition this season, scoring six goals in six matches. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Spalletti previously worked with the Nigeria international during his spell at Napoli. The Italian declared that they must devise a strategy to contain Osimhen and his partner, Mauro Icardi. “They (Osimhen and Icardi) both have extraordinary talent. The solution is to keep them as far away from the ball as possible. Galatasaray’s quality will pose a challenge for us,” he said. The return leg will take place in Turin next Wednesday. Don't Miss 2026 World Cup: NFF clarifies reports of FIFA verdict on Nigeria, DR Congo dispute You may like UCL: I can say no – Mourinho speaks on returning to Real Madrid as manager UCL: They’re wounded – Mourinho reveals how Benfica will approach Real Madrid UCL: They’re the kings’ – Mourinho names favourites to win trophy this season UCL: Osimhen targets Galatasaray goal record UCL: ‘Arsenal can’t win it’ – Alan Pardew maintains only one team can win trophy this season Turkey: ‘They’ll take him’ – Galatasaray legend names club that’ll sign Osimhen

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