Osimhen eyes CAF AFCON trophy with Nigeria

All the focus and attention is on Nigerian attacker, Victor Osimhen who is the reigning CAF Africa Footballer of the Year and a lot is expected of him at the ongoing CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023. Despite the pressure and the task to deliver for Nigeria at the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON, Osimhen […]

All the focus and attention is on Nigerian attacker, Victor Osimhen who is the reigning CAF Africa Footballer of the Year and a lot is expected of him at the ongoing CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023.

Despite the pressure and the task to deliver for Nigeria at the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON, Osimhen is still focused. 

“I feel good. We are in good condition here in Abidjan, the whole team is focused on the mission,” Osimhen indicated.

The SSC Napoli star has achieved a lot at club level including his recent Scudetto triumph and is hoping to replicate similar form for the Super Eagles.

“The Super Eagles have a history closely linked to the AFCON but since 2013, we have been looking for a new coronation, it’s been more than a decade, that’s a long time for a football-loving country like Nigeria.

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“We are the country of Jay-Jay Okocha, of Nwankwo Kanu, our illustrious elders of whom we are the heirs, we must restore this image so dear to our heart,” he said.

Despite a daunting task, Osimhen believes he’s put in enough works over the years and keeps challenging himself for every task.

“You know, I come from far away, I made a lot of sacrifices to realize the dream of becoming a professional footballer. I don’t take anything for granted. I always challenge myself on the pitch, score more goals, provide more assists, each time, I challenge myself,” he stated.

“Many people, myself first and foremost, have a lot of hope in our generation. We know what we are capable of, we know what we want. Cote d’Ivoire is a wonderful country, but we are not here for tourism,” he said.