AFCON 2025: Osimhen is our main man — Akor Adams sets record straight ahead of Tanzania clash

Akor Adams, who has been in fine form for Sevilla in La Liga, believes that while Victor Osimhen is the undisputed focal point of the attack, every player must play his part.

Speaking to to reporters ahead of Tuesday night's crucial Group C clash against Tanzania, Adams explained that the Super Eagles' success depends on a unified machine working to ensure their star striker has the platform to shine.

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“It’s obvious that the best players from Nigeria are selected to go for the tournament,” Adams said.

While acknowledging the weight of expectation on the reigning African Footballer of the Year, Adams was adamant that the tam cannot afford to depend only on Osimhen.

“Victor [Osimhen] is the man for us, and we all know that, but everyone puts in their own shift. It takes the goalkeeper to save goals, it takes the defender to defend, so it’s a whole teamwork.”

Adams, who has quickly become a fan favorite since his debut goal earlier this year, expressed his own readiness to take the pressure off Osimhen by contributing directly to the scoreline whenever called upon.

“Victor [Osimhen] will give us goals, I will give goals and we win."

Despite Nigeria being heavy favorites for the opening match, the Sevilla forward refused to overlook the threat posed by the Taifa Stars. He maintained that the three-time champions are staying grounded, focusing purely on their own tactical discipline rather than the reputation of their opponents.

“I think every opponent is tough because they come to win as well, as well as we do,” he explained.

“We’re completely focused on ourselves and we try to get as much points as possible to go through the group, and we see what happens.”