Bright Osayi-Samuel: Nigerian defender receives heroic welcome from Fenerbahce fans
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Nigerian defender receives heroic welcome from Fenerbache fans || Imago and X

Bright Osayi-Samuel: Nigerian defender receives heroic welcome from Fenerbahce fans

Stephen Oladehinde 17:30 - 18.03.2024

Super Eagles star Bright Osayi has been hailed by Fenebache fans after showing his fighting skills to wade off opposition fans.

Turkish Super Lig action turned into chaos as Fenerbahce clashed with Trabzonspor, securing a nail-biting 3-2 victory overshadowed by a vicious on-field brawl. 

The drama escalated post-match as fans stormed the pitch, prompting players to defend themselves amidst the turmoil.

Osayi’s Heroic Acts 

Bright Osayi-Samuel, formerly of Blackpool and Queens Park Rangers, emerged as an unlikely hero, delivering punches to fend off attackers.

Osayi facing an evader || X
Osayi facing an evader || X

According to reports from Pulse Sports, Osayi-Samuel's decisive actions saw him punching a pitch invader, sending him sprawling to the ground. Undeterred, he continued his defensive onslaught, landing more blows as the assailant lay prone.

Osayi-Samuel unleashes his wrath on the invader || X
Osayi-Samuel unleashes his wrath on the invader || X

Fenerbahce's fans, recognizing Osayi-Samuel's bravery, rallied behind him as the team returned to Istanbul, as reported by Talk Sports. 

Fenerbahce's fans celebrating Osayi Bright || Getty
Fenerbahce's fans celebrating Osayi Bright || Getty

Chants of his name echoed through the air, accompanied by gestures of admiration and support from the devoted supporters.

Osayi’s courageous act of facing an assaulter during the break-out fight has given him recognition amongst Fenerbahce's fans.