Osimhen Makes Bold Declaration Ahead Of Guinea-Bissau Clash

Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has pledged to ensure that the they get the fans’ love’ after letting them down in the past.

The in-form Napoli star promised to give his best and score as many goals as possible in his bid to help the team qualify for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations finals in Ivory Coast.

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After losing to rival Ghana, Nigeria’s fans are still in pain over their team’s inability to advance to the 2022 World Cup, which was held in Qatar.

Osimhen expressed gratitude for the support of the crowd while reiterating that the Super Eagles’ success is his top priority.

Osimhen is expected to lead the attacking department against Guinea Bissau on Friday at the Abuja National Stadium.

“We are looking forward to it and I am happy to be back in the squad. It is an amazing feeling and I am really expecting amazing results in the two-legged game against Guinea-Bissau,” Osimhen said as quoted by Complete Sports.

“We don’t underestimate our opponent, we want to give them the respect they deserve also as a team.

“Of course the boys are ready to give their all come Friday and also the second leg in Guinea-Bissau. I am looking forward to the game and contribute to the team.

“I want to promise that we will try everything possible to get the win and of course, I would like to contribute with a lot of goals and a couple of assists… [but] the team come first. I want to assure that [players] will give everything to make sure the fans are happy by getting the win and getting qualification to Afcon.

“I want to say thank you very much for your support, thank you for sticking with me most especially your support throughout the years. I know we might have let you down in the past. I want to say we will do everything in our power to make sure that we win your love back.”

On Wednesday, Sierra Leone played to a 2-2 draw with Sao Tome & Principe meaning a win for the Super Eagles might seal their place in the 2023 competition.

Currently, the Jose Peseiro-led team are on top of Group A with maximum points from the two matches played.

Osimhen has scored five goals so far, and given his recent performance, the supporters should anticipate more on Friday. This is true despite the difficulties the team encountered prior to the important game.

Osimhen and the entire Nigeria family are expecting nothing but maximum points on Friday against Djurtus.