In a resounding acknowledgement of his exceptional contributions both to country and club, Nigeria’s prolific striker Victor Osimhen has been crowned the 2023 CAF Player of the Year.
The announcement came during the awards ceremony held in Marrakech, where Osimhen’s outstanding performances for Napoli and the Super Eagles were recognized.
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The Super Eagles’ superstar secured the prestigious CAF gong after his remarkable goal-scoring spree played a pivotal role in Napoli’s Serie A title triumph last season.
Osimhen faced stiff competition from other stellar players, including Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi and Egypt’s Mohammed Salah, but ultimately emerged as the deserving winner of African football’s most significant individual accolade.
Osimhen’s impact extended beyond Napoli’s historic Serie A victory, as he propelled Nigeria to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with an impressive tally of 10 goals, securing his position as the top scorer of the qualifiers.
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His goal-scoring prowess was not confined to international duties, as he netted 27 goals across all competitions, becoming Napoli’s top scorer and the first player since Diego Maradona in 1987/88 to achieve such a feat.
The 24-year-old striker’s journey to this triumph mirrors his development into one of Europe’s most formidable No.9s. With this accolade, Victor Osimhen adds another milestone to his career, becoming the first Nigerian winner of the men’s CAF Player of the Year since Kanu Nwankwo in 1999.
As the football world celebrates Osimhen’s well-deserved victory, his recognition underscores the impact he has made on the pitch, solidifying his status as a true football luminary.
