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‘It was self-defence’ – Super Eagles star Bright Osayi defend his actions after mercilessly beating field invader

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Super Eagles and Fernabache’s star Bright Osayi-Samuel, has spoken out after a video surfaced showing him exchanging blows with a fan, which quickly went viral across social media platforms.

A thrilling encounter against Paul Onuachu’s Trabzonspor saw Brazilian midfielder Fred secure a first-half brace, giving Fernabache a 2-0 advantage. 

However, goals from Enis Bardhi and Trezeguet levelled the scores for Trabzonpor before a late winner from Michy Batshuayi secured all three points for Fernabache.


Super Eagles star Bright Osayi-Samuel, has a storm building up as he faces arrest when he returns to Turkey.

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Fenerbahce defender Bright Osayi-Samuel is facing a possible lengthy suspension for assaulting a Trabzonspor fan at the weekend.

Post-match chaos ensued as fans clashed with players upon their entrance to the pitch, resulting in Osayi’s altercation with a pitch invader.

Osayi defends action

Defending his actions, Osayi stated, “The fans attacked the team, some had weapons on them, and I had to defend my team, it was self-defence, that’s what happened. 

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Osayi facing an evader || X

“My teammates suffered cuts and bruises, some were scared, and several others also joined me to try to defend the team,” as quoted by Score Nigeria.

Osayi expressed satisfaction with the victory over Trabzonspor, emphasizing, “We found a way to win and avenge our only loss in the league to the same team after they beat us at our home in the first round.”

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Bright Osayi-Samuel defends his teammates after an attack. (Photo Credit: X)

The 25-year-old has been a key figure for the Yellow Canaries this season, featuring across various positions including right-back, right wing-back, and right-winger in thirty games.

Osayi showcased his prowess on the international stage as well, playing a full ninety minutes in Nigeria’s 2-1 triumph over Ghana in the absence of Ola Aina. 

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Super Eagles’s Anthony Joshua, Osayi-Samuel. || X

The versatile player has sparked interest from English clubs including Leeds, Crystal Palace, and Wolverhampton Wanderers, hinting at a potential return to England.

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