Chelsea and Ivory Coast icon Didier Drogba was a proud man after watching Victor Osimhen put on a show for his former club Galatasaray against rivals Fenerbahce. Chelsea and Ivory Coast icon Didier Drogba couldn’t hide his pride after witnessing Victor Osimhen’s sensational performance for Galatasaray against arch-rivals Fenerbahce in the Turkish Cup. The Nigerian striker’s masterful display, which included a stunning double, powered his side into the semifinals and earned high praise from one of Galatasaray’s most beloved former stars. PAY ATTENTION: Stay updated with the Latest Soccer News in Nigeria from Pulse Sports Osimhen’s heroics in the heated Istanbul derby saw him strike early with a clinical finish in the 10th minute, followed by a coolly converted penalty in the 27th, putting Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce on the back foot. His brace not only sealed a famous victory for the Lions but also caught the eye of Drogba, who knows a thing or two about delivering in big moments. The Ivorian legend, who donned the red and yellow of Galatasaray from 2013 to 2014, took to Instagram to celebrate Osimhen’s brilliance, sharing the striker’s victory post with the caption “aslan cimbombom”—a nod to the club’s nickname, “Lions,” and its iconic chant. Drogba’s reaction stresses his enduring bond with the Galatasaray faithful, who still revere him for his contributions during his stint with the club. His use of “Aslan Cimbombom” isn’t just a casual shoutout, it’s a heartfelt connection to the community, amplifying the significance of Osimhen’s standout performance in one of Turkey’s fiercest rivalries. For a figure like Drogba, whose own legacy is built on clutch goals and commanding presence, to salute Osimhen speaks volumes about the Nigerian’s impact. The 26-year-old’s double took his season tally to 31 goals for club and country, and his display against Fenerbahce was a reminder of why he’s drawing comparisons to some of the game’s greats. For Drogba, watching Osimhen shine for his former club clearly struck a chord, bridging past and present in a moment of shared pride.