Osimhen Not Bothered by Lack of Goals at Africa Cup of Nation

Osimhen Not Bothered by Lack of Goals at Africa Cup of Nation

Victor Osimhen, Nigeria's star striker and reigning African Footballer of the Year, maintains a composed demeanor despite experiencing a goal drought at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations. Having not found the net since the opening match against Equatorial Guinea, Osimhen emphasized his team-oriented approach, stating that he prioritizes contributing defensively and fighting for the team's success. The Napoli striker, instrumental in Nigeria's advancement to the semi-finals after a 1-0 victory over Angola, expressed that individual goal-scoring is secondary to ensuring the team is in the right mentality to clinch the tournament's trophy.

In the midst of Osimhen's goal-scoring hiatus, Moses Simon, named the man of the match, echoed a similar sentiment. Simon emphasized that the squad's collective focus is on winning, irrespective of who scores. As Nigeria progresses to face either Cape Verde or South Africa in the semi-finals, the team's camaraderie and determination to secure a fourth continental title are evident, with Coach Jose Peseiro praising the players for their unwavering commitment throughout the challenging tournament.