Angola’s head coach, Pedro Goncalves, has singled out Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman as the pivotal players for Nigeria, ahead of their highly anticipated showdown at AFCON 2023.
In a thrilling display against Cameroon, Osimhen delivered a crucial assist while Lookman’s stellar performance earned him the Man of the Match title, courtesy of his brace securing Nigeria’s 2-0 victory.
Goncalves, recognizing the prowess of the Nigerian duo, emphasized their exceptional talent, speed, and game-changing abilities, referring to Osimhen as one of the world’s best players according to his FIFA votes.
The coach’s remarks, conveyed to Sapo Desportovo, underlined the formidable challenge posed by the Super Eagles’ dynamic duo, adding an element of “great vertigo” to their gameplay.
With the anticipation building, football fans worldwide eagerly await the clash between the Super Eagles and the Black Antelopes at the historic Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, scheduled for this Friday.