Victor Osimhen Opens Up On Why He Can’t Sleep After Defeats And Becomes A “Different Beast” On The Pitch

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is known for his relentless work rate, warrior mentality, and unmatched intensity every time he steps onto the pitch. But in a recent interview with the Smallie YouTube channel, the Super Eagles star revealed the emotional burden that comes with that competitive fire.

For Osimhen, losing isn’t just disappointing — it’s painful. It lingers, it hurts, and it follows him long after the final whistle.

“Losing Is Cruel… Even In Life”

Osimhen didn’t mince words when describing what defeat means to him. Whether it’s a casual street game or a high-stakes football match, the reaction is the same.

He said:

“Losing, to be honest, is very cruel. It doesn’t matter if it’s street football, a real match, the World Cup, or the Africa Cup of Nations. Even in life.”

This isn’t a new feeling for him — the Nigerian forward says he has hated losing since childhood. And even though he understands it’s part of the sport, accepting it emotionally remains one of his greatest challenges.

“If I Lose A Match, It’s Hard For Me To Sleep”

Osimhen went deeper, revealing just how much defeats affect him long after the game is over.

According to him:

“People who live with me know that if I lose a match, it’s very hard for me to sleep.”

For a player with his ambition and hunger, losses are not moments to brush aside — they stay with him, replaying in his head, pushing him to return even stronger.

“On The Pitch, I Become A Completely Different Beast”

Away from football, Osimhen is known for his humility and soft-spoken demeanor. But once he steps onto the pitch, something changes.

He said:

“When I’m on the pitch, I become a completely different beast.”

That switch — that fire — is exactly what has made him one of Europe’s most feared forwards.

Osimhen’s Influence At Galatasaray

Since joining Galatasaray, Osimhen has become the heartbeat of the team, delivering goals, energy, and leadership. His brace in the recent 3-2 win over Samsunspor is just the latest example of how decisive he can be.

Fans admire his passion. Opponents fear his intensity. Coaches praise his mentality.

And now, with his honest confession about how deeply defeats affect him, supporters understand even more why he plays like a man possessed — he simply cannot tolerate losing.

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