Napoli striker Victor Osimhen asserts that he does not feel pressured to leave a significant impact at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite scoring one goal in two appearances for Nigeria in the tournament, the 25-year-old has missed several clear opportunities.
While some attribute his missed chances to the pressure of being Africa’s current best player, Osimhen refutes such claims. He emphasizes that his primary focus is on contributing to the success of the Super Eagles in Cote d’Ivoire.
“I am not under pressure,” Osimhen told reporters in Abidjan. “I have won the title (African Player of the Year), but it’s now in the past. What is most important for me now is to do well with the team, ensure the team performs excellently, and win the AFCON. I don’t care about my individual performance. I could be on the bench, and the other players can get the job done.”
The Super Eagles will face Guinea-Bissau in their final group game at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan on Monday, with the kickoff scheduled for 7 pm Nigerian time.