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Morocco 2025 qualifier: Osimhen, Lookman sink Benin Rep’s Cheetahs

Prince Odutola4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

A brace from Ballon d’Or Player of the Year nominate Ademola Lookman and strike by the African footballer of the Year were all the Super Eagles needed to claim tops in Group D of the AFCON 2025 qualifier. The Atalanta of Italy playmaker struck shortly before half time, to the Abuja fans into frenzy. Osimhen replaced Victor Boniface after half time to increase the tally at 78th minute of the tie. Lookman compounded the woes of the Beninoise with a header in the 83rd minute. AC Milan midfielder Samuel Chukwueze made his mark with a swinging free kick but the Beninoise goalkeeper averted danger. Galatasaray of Turkey forward Osimhen started from the bench while the interim gaffer of the senior national team, Austin Eguavoen, opted for Leverkusen of Germany forward, Boniface to the team’s assault. Stanley Nwabali was in goal as team captain, William Troost-Ekong, Semi Ajayi and Ola Aina provided him cover in the defence. Bruno Onyemaechi, Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman and Alex Iwobi were saddled with midfield role. Samuel Chukwueze and Victor Boniface combined in the attack. Nigeria will travel to face Rwanda, while Benin hosts Libya on Tuesday in the next round matches of the AFCON 2025 qualifiers. The former African champions lead the group with three points ahead of Libya, Rwanda on one point respectively while Benin Republic are rock bottom with no point.

Morocco 2025 qualifier: Eguavoen benches Osimhen, starts Boniface

Prince Odutola4 months ago4 months ago01 mins

African footballer of the Year, Victor Osimhen will start from the bench in this afternoon’s AFCON 2025 qualifier against Benin Republic in Uyo. However, the interim gaffer of the senior national team, Austin Eguavoen, opted for Leverkusen of Germany forward, Victor Boniface to the team’s assault. Stanley Nwabali retained his place in goal and will get cover from team captain, William Troost-Ekong, Semi Ajayi and Ola Aina. Bruno Onyemaechi, Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman and Alex Iwobi were saddled with midfield role. Samuel Chukwueze will join Boniface in the attack. The tie will kick off at 5pm Nigeria time.

Osimhen lands in Super Eagles’ camp

Prince Odutola4 months ago4 months ago01 mins

Galatasaray of Turkey new man Victor Osimhen has finally arrived the Super Eagles’ camp in Uyo ahead of Saturday’s AFCON 2025 qualifier against Benin Republic. The striker, upon arrival joined his national teammates in training at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. Osimhen was received by the team’s captain, William Troost-Ekong, others players and officials. He was also congratulated on his recent loan move to Turkey. With Osimhen’s arrival, all the invited 23 players for the Benin Republic and Rwanda clash are in camp.

Osimhen: Onyekuru lured me to Galatasaray

Prince Odutola4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

African footballer of the Year Victor Osimhen has revealed that Henry Onyekuru furnished him with necessary information before agreeing to Galatasaray move. The Nigeria striker has joined in a straight loan from Napoli with a break clause for January. He said upon signing his contract: “When I heard about Galatasaray’s interest, it was an easy decision for me. I knew how big Galatasaray was and how much of a family club it was. They have an incredible fan base. “Henry Onyekuru is my friend and he played for Galatasaray, he told me how big the club, the fans and the people here are. “So it was an easy decision for me. When I landed at the airport, the fans welcomed me with so much emotion that I felt very happy. “These things are important for a player. I want to do everything I can for them. “I can’t wait to start this project. I’m very excited.” On a reunion with former Napoli teammate Dries Mertens, he continued: “Dries Mertens was always with me when I played in Italy. He became a big brother to me. He is a person I respect a lot, I am excited to be teammates with him again. “I can’t wait to meet my teammates as soon as possible. I was already watching Galatasaray games. “I follow Mertens to see how he plays since he came here. I was following his development as a person and as a footballer. “The interactions of the players with the fans when they score goals and win games are also exciting. Now I hope our fans will support me after every goal. I can’t wait. “I say hello to the Galatasaray fans, Osimhen is here. Thank you very much for welcoming me at the airport. It was a great welcome.”

Osimhen pens Galatasaray loan deal

Prince Odutola4 months ago4 months ago01 mins

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has officially signed with Turkish giants Galatasaray. The deal, finalized today, sees Osimhen joining the club on a loan from Napoli. Osimhen’s transfer to Galatasaray comes after a challenging summer, during which negotiations with other clubs, including Al-Ahli and Chelsea, fell through. The 25-year-old forward will wear the number 45 jersey for Galatasaray and is set to play in the Turkish Süper Lig until June 2025. The Turkish club has agreed to cover his annual salary of €11 million for the duration of the loan. This move reunites Osimhen with former Napoli teammate Dries Mertens, who played a role in encouraging the transfer. Upon his arrival in Istanbul, Osimhen was warmly welcomed by Galatasaray fans, expressing his excitement about joining the club and his eagerness to contribute on the field.

Osimhen opts for Gala’s number 45 shirt

Prince Odutola4 months ago4 months ago01 mins

Reigning African footballer of the Year, Victor Osimhen has reportedly opted to wear No. 45 shirt at Galatasaray for the 2024-25 campaign. Italy-based transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed this on his social media handle on Wednesday. Osimhen was not short of traditional options when it came to squad numbers that he could have chosen. Most notably, the number seven shirt is currently vacant. During the 2018-19 season, Osimhen wore that number with Belgian side Charleroi, where he netted 20 goals from 36 appearances in all competitions. Osimhen has spent the last day or so in Turkey with Galatasaray officially showcasing his arrival and time in the country on their social media pages.