Victor Osimhen, the talented forward for Super Eagles and Napoli, has been presented with a heart touching gift by FIFA.
FIFA gift to Victor Osimhen
This heartwarming gesture comes on the heels of Osimhen’s remarkable contribution to Napoli’s historic Scudetto win, ending a drought of more than three decades.
Osimhen, the Nigerian international, played a pivotal role in Napoli’s triumph in Serie A, scoring an impressive twenty-six goals and providing four assists.
The season ended on a high note for the young player as he scored in his final match of the 2022-2023 season.
During the game on Sunday, Gelson Fernandez, an official from FIFA, had the honor of presenting Osimhen with a signed jersey and football, a moment that was confirmed by Pulse Sports Nigeria.
Notably, Fernandez was accompanied by Ibrahim Gusau, the President of the NFF, who traveled to Naples to witness Osimhen’s crowning achievement.
Expressing his admiration on his verified Instagram handle, Gelson conveyed his appreciation to Osimhen for leaving an indelible mark on European football.
He emphasized that Osimhen’s unrelenting determination has guided him throughout his journey in the world of football.
Gelson went on to encourage the 24-year-old prodigy to continue pushing forward, highlighting the significance of Osimhen’s influence as a role model for Africa and the millions of people and fans who look up to him.
— Victor Osimhen (@victorosimhen9) June 6, 2023
He also revealed FIFA’s plan to organize and host the FIFA U-17 World Cup annually, providing young players with more opportunities to showcase their talent.
As Osimhen gears up for the upcoming AFCON qualifier fixture against Sierra Leone, it is expected that he will secure a spot in the Super Eagles squad.
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