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It was not the Super Eagles striker’s goal that got people talking, but his mindblowing assist for his teammate that guaranteed all three points.
Football fans on social media have continued to shower accolades on Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen after his outstanding performance at the weekend.
Fresh from winning the CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award, the 24-year-old bagged a goal in midweek to ensure Napoli qualified for the round of 16 and added another outstanding performance at the weekend when Cagliari visited Naples.
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11:24 - 17.12.2023
He has done it before in Lagos - Watch Victor Osimhen recreate his Puskas-worthy assist against Cagliari
Victor Osimhen had practiced his headline-making assist against Cagliari while on a visit in Lagos, Nigeria. Watch the beautiful videos in this article.
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06:41 - 17.12.2023
Napoli manager praises 'irritable' Victor Osimhen after inspiring 'important' victory
African Player of the Year Victor Osimhen played an important role in Napoli's return to winning ways in the Serie A.
After playing a goalless first half, Napoli needed some motivation going forward. Victor Osimhen stepped up to the plates and delivered an excellent showing at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.
Coach Walter Mazzarri introduced some fresh legs, and one of them - Mario Rui, delivered a superb cross into the box. Victor Osimhen leaped above his marker to plant a thunderous header into the back of the net.
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Osimhen produces magical assist
It was not the Super Eagles striker’s goal that got people talking but his sheer genius to pick out Khvicha Kvaratskhelia at the back post.
After Osimhen had put Napoli in front, Cagliari captain Leonardo Pavoletti restored parity, and Napoli were now desperate to get all three points after losing 3 games in a row.
Victor Osimhen touched the ball 9 times in the opposition box despite being surrounded by more than 4 Cagliari players, and he managed to still find the Georgian who restored Napoli’s lead.
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Reactions: His assist is better than his goal
Football fans flooded Pulse Sports Nigeria Facebook page to sing Osimhen's praise, with many saying Osimhen is truly a world-class striker.
06:41 - 17.12.2023
Napoli manager praises 'irritable' Victor Osimhen after inspiring 'important' victory
African Player of the Year Victor Osimhen played an important role in Napoli's return to winning ways in the Serie A.
![[Watch]: Proud moment as Victor Osimhen shows African Player of the year award to Napoli fans](https://sportal365images.com/process/smp-images-production/ringier.africa/17122023/c9756ab9-b329-427b-8417-a3924c090c39.jpg?operations=fit(:350))
12:18 - 17.12.2023
[Watch]: Proud moment as Victor Osimhen shows African Player of the year award to Napoli fans
Napoli icon Victor Osimhen displayed his African Player of the Year award at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium before the masterclass against Cagliari.
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Victor Osimhen is doubtful for Napoli's next game against Frosinone in the Coppa Italia after picking up a knock in the Cagliari game.
The reigning Serie A champions will travel to Rome this weekend to face Jose Mourinho's men in their next league game.
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