Super Eagles Head Coach, José Peseiro, has expressed his belief that Victor Osimhen has the potential to win the Ballon d’Or in the future.
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Osimhen, the 24-year-old Nigerian striker, has been included in the list of 30 players nominated for the 2023 men’s Ballon d’Or.
While the competition for this year’s Ballon d’Or is fierce due to the presence of high-caliber players, Peseiro is optimistic about Osimhen’s future prospects for the prestigious award.
“He (Osimhen) can surely win the Ballon d’Or in the future. He’s not lacking anything to do it,” Peseiro stated during an interview with the Italian publication Il Mattino.
Peseiro went on to highlight Osimhen’s unique qualities that set him apart, emphasizing his impressive goal-scoring abilities.
“He has different characteristics than other players that are at the top at this moment, but he scores a lot as well,” Peseiro added.
Osimhen’s inclusion in the Ballon d’Or nominees’ list is a testament to his talent and growing influence in the world of football. While winning the award this year may be challenging due to the strong competition, Osimhen’s potential to reach the pinnacle of the sport is recognized by his coach and many football enthusiasts.
In addition to his Ballon d’Or nomination, Victor Osimhen has also earned a spot in the nominations for the FIFA Best Men’s award, further solidifying his status as one of the rising stars in the world of football.
As he continues to excel both at the club level with Napoli and on the international stage with the Super Eagles, Osimhen’s future indeed holds the promise of further accomplishments and recognition in the football world, including the potential realization of Coach Peseiro’s prediction of winning the Ballon d’Or.
