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At the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Victor Osimhen has been a beacon of excellence for the Super Eagles, despite scoring just once so far.
Jose Peseiro, the team's head coach, has been vocal about the Napoli striker's indispensable role within the squad. Osimhen's contributions extend far beyond goals; his relentless work rate, formidable physicality, and the sheer terror he instils in opposing defenders underscore his value.
Despite a modest goal tally, his ability to win penalties, force errors, and set up teammates has been crucial for Nigeria's campaign in Ivory Coast.
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Victor Osimhen's significance to the Super Eagles transcends the traditional metrics of goals scored. His single goal at the tournament belies the influence he has on the field.
Winning penalties against Ivory Coast and South Africa, inducing an own goal in the match against Equatorial Guinea, and assisting Lookman's opener against Cameroon, Osimhen has been pivotal in Nigeria's offensive strategy.
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His contributions reflect a player who is not just about finding the net but also about creating opportunities for his teammates. Jose Peseiro praised Osimhen's dedication and defensive efforts, highlighting his willingness to sacrifice for the team's success.
"If you watch the matches, he fights for us, he doesn't play like a star, works and defends... He attacks, fight the opponents, he opens spaces for us. He does maximum sacrifice for the team...
"He does the best everyday because he knows he's an important player, for that he suffers many fouls, pressure and stress but he knows our team, captains, everybody help him." Jose Peseiro said as reported by Allnigeriasoccer.
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The Collective Effort
Peseiro was keen to emphasize that the Super Eagles' strategy is not solely reliant on Osimhen. The team's approach to the game is rooted in collective effort and teamwork.
This philosophy is crucial for navigating the challenges of a tournament as competitive as the AFCON. "The match is collective, no one can win alone. No one can do everything alone.
He knows that, we know that, for that we created a collective team to fight together." Despite Nigeria's conservative play, Osimhen has managed to lead the tournament in shots taken, showcasing his relentless pursuit of success and his critical role in the Super Eagles' quest for glory.
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