The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, last-16 match witnessed an exhilarating moment as legendary Chelsea striker Didier Drogba celebrated alongside Super Eagles’ Victor Osimhen following Nigeria’s impressive 2-0 victory over Cameroon.
Osimhen’s stellar performance in Nigeria’s attacking front showcased his prowess, with Ademola Lookman netting two goals to secure the win for Jose Peseiro’s squad against Cameroon.
The 25-year-old has been amidst fervent speculation about his future at Napoli, especially after the Serie A champions’ owner, Aurelio de Laurentiis, revealed his departure at the end of the season. Speculations intensified further when reports surfaced, suggesting Osimhen’s potential move to Chelsea at the season’s conclusion.
Following the remarkable victory, Osimhen had an encounter with Chelsea’s iconic striker, Drogba, at AFCON, where the Ivorian legend congratulated him after Nigeria’s stunning achievement. The duo engaged in a conversation on the Ivorian network NCI, during which Osimhen expressed, “It is an honor to play on the land of Didier Drogba, my idol.”
Looking ahead, Osimhen aims to lead Nigeria in the upcoming AFCON quarter-final clash against Angola on February 2. The enthralling encounter at AFCON exemplifies the harmony and camaraderie within the football fraternity, transcending borders and uniting players from different nations in shared moments of celebration and sportsmanship.
