Super Eagles and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is in the running for yet another award to put the seal on an incredible 2023.
Osimhen, the reigning African Footballer of the Year, is vying for more honours to close out an outstanding 2023.
The 24-year-old Nigerian striker was instrumental as Napoli romped to the 2023 Scudetto, winning the Golden Boot in the process.
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08:15 - 12.12.2023
King and Queen of Africa: Chelsea legend Didier Drogba crowns Victor Osimhen, Asisat Oshoala
Ivorian football legend Didier Drogba has congratulated Victor Osimhen and Asisat Oshoala on their success at the CAF Awards 2023.
Osimhen to battle Messi, Ronaldo for Globe Soccer Awards
Now, less than 24 hours after being crowned African Footballer of The Year, Osimhen has been nominated for Best Men's Player at the Globe Soccer Awards.
The other nominees are Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbape, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Karim Benzema, Bernardo Silva, Vinicius Junior, Mohamed Salah, and Kevin De Bruyne.
Osimhen will fancy his chances after a fantastic 2023 with Napoli.
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10:38 - 12.12.2023
I'm grateful to God and Amuneke - Victor Osimhen gives thanks to the man who discovered him
Recently-crowned African Footballer of the Year Victor Osimhen is grateful to the man who gave him a chance to prove his worth.
15:38 - 29.07.2023
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