Nigerian football fans have called for Victor Osimhen to be named Super Eagles captain following William Troost-Ekong’s retirement from international football, with many citing the striker’s leadership qualities and crucial influence on the team.
The 2023 African Player of The Year also scored a brace on Friday as Galatasaray secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Samsunspor to maintain their push at the top of the Turkish Super Lig.
The Nigerian striker opened the scoring midway through the first half, finishing clinically after latching onto a well-placed through ball from Leroy Sané. Osimhen then doubled his tally after the break with a spectacular bicycle kick, restoring Galatasaray’s lead and ultimately sealing all three points for the league leaders.