Victor Olatunji has joined the growing “Chosen” trend in Nigeria while celebrating his goal for Slavia Prague in their UEFA Champions League opener against RB Salzburg, Soccernet.ng reports.
Olatunji, who played a 58-minute cameo for Lars Friis' side at the epet Arena, helped his team secure a commanding 3-0 victory over Austrian giants RB Salzburg.
The Nigerian forward demonstrated excellent awareness in the box, latching onto a precise pass from Filip Panák before firing a first-time shot into the left corner to extend Slavia Prague’s lead.
Watch the goal here:
Victor Olatunji even hit the SIUUU celebration 😤🇳🇬
Sparta Praha are enjoying their return to Europe's biggest stage 😏
📺 Stream #UCL on DStv: https://t.co/B0jLrQW5cc pic.twitter.com/GfX70ZvW0t
— SuperSport Football ⚽️ (@SSFootball) September 18, 2024
Following his goal, Olatunji lifted his jersey to reveal a white undershirt with the bold message: “I am a Chosen, who are you?”—a reference to the popular phrase associated with the Nigerian “Chosen” church.
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The “Chosen” trend has gained significant attention in Nigeria, originating from the church, which is renowned for claims of miracles and divine interventions.
Despite skepticism from some sections of society, members of the church frequently proclaim the phrase “I am a Chosen, who are you?” when seeking divine help in difficult situations.
Olatunji is not the first footballer to identify with the movement. Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface has also been linked to the church, with photos surfacing of him during his early days as a member of the congregation.
If you like give up pic.twitter.com/U9j5eCbjvI
— LERRY (@_AsiwajuLerry) September 16, 2024
The 25-year-old's goal celebration has caught attention on social media, adding more interest to the “Chosen” trend that is becoming popular in Nigerian football.
That’s clearly not Boniface in chosen vest
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