Jose Peseiro is confident in Victor Osimhen’s ability to guide Nigeria to victory at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Osimhen played a vital role in the team’s qualification for the tournament, emerging as the top scorer with 10 goals during the qualifiers.
Victor Osimhen – Getty image The Super Eagles’ head coach, Peseiro emphasized the importance of having Osimhen in the Super Eagles squad, stating the striker’s potential to make a difference at the Cote d’Ivoire tournament. Speaking at a celebratory dinner in Abu Dhabi to honour Osimhen’s recognition as Africa’s best player, Peseiro stated, “From our team, he (Osimhen) was the highest goal scorer during the qualifiers. “Of course, his teammates helped him to achieve that. I hope and wish he wins the highest goal scorer and helps us win the tournament,” he added.
