‘I am a chosen, who are you’ – Victor Olatunji joins trend after scoring on his Champions League debut
25-year-old Nigerian forward, Victor Olatunji joined the ‘I am a chosen’ trend as he made a remarkable UEFA Champions League debut on Wednesday night, leading Sparta Prague to a convincing 3-0 victory over Red Bull Salzburg.
Olatunji played a pivotal role in the Czech side’s opening group stage match, directly contributing to two of the team’s three goals. He scored just before halftime to double Sparta’s lead and provided an assist for the third goal in the second half before being substituted in the 64th minute.
His standout performance, marked by a goal and an assist, quickly garnered attention from Nigerian football fans and showcased his potential on Europe’s biggest stage.
In addition to his on-field success, Olatunji’s post-goal celebration captured the spotlight. After scoring, he revealed a message on his undershirt that read, “I am a Chosen, who are you?”—a nod to a popular social media trend in Nigeria, reflecting his connection to his roots.
Olatunji’s impressive debut could well draw the interest of Nigerian national team selectors. His impactful display in such a prestigious competition may accelerate his inclusion in the Super Eagles setup.
Sparta Prague could not have asked for a better start to their Champions League campaign, with Olatunji’s performance setting a high standard for the team’s future matches.
