Super Eagles of Nigeria wrapped up the 2023 African Cup of Nations qualifiers with a comfortable 6-0 victory against São Tomé and Príncipe at Nest of Champions, Uyo, Akwa-Ibom state capital, on Sunday. A hat-trick from Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, and a goal each from Ademola Lookman, Taiwo Awoniyi, and substitute, Samuel Chukwueze ensured the team finished top of Group …

Victor Osimhen has said that his nomination for the Ballon d’Or is a dream come true. The Napoli hitman was among the 30 players nominated for the 2023 men’s Ballon d’Or by the organisers, France Football Magazine, on Wednesday. Osimhen made history as the first Nigerian to make the shortlist for the prestigious award. The forward expressed happiness with his …

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has named the late Argentina legend, Diego Maradona, as the best footballer of all time. Osimhen joined Napoli, a club Maradona played for in the 1990s, in 2020 for a club record €72 million. Last season, Osimhen scored 26 goals in 32 league games as they won their first Scudetto in 33 years. Following his …