Better than Jackson: Chelsea fans lament after Osimhen masterclass against Benin
Victor Osimhen came off the bench to help the Super Eagles of Nigeria seal a 3-0 win over Benin Republic in Uyo.
The 25-year-old started on the bench, due to his lack of optimal match fitness, and Bayer Leverkusen's Victor Boniface was tasked with leading the line.
Osimhen was introduced in the 72nd minute for the ineffective Boniface and quickly reminded fans around the world about his undeniable talent.
After Lookman opened the scoring in the first half, the game remained on a knife edge until Osimhen met a fine cross from Wilfred Ndidi, and produced a stunning half-volley, that gave the Benin keeper no chance.
Fans react to Osimhen goal, pick Super Eagles man over Jackson
Chelsea fans on social media reacted to the goal, claiming Nicolas Jackson would struggle to score a goal of such quality.
Once again, Jackson can never score the goal that Osimhen scored today!
— Odogwu Machalla (@unicodeveloper) September 7, 2024
Don’t compare osimhen to Jackson ever again Jackson is only batting with his mid self
— De.Prince (@freshprinzo) September 7, 2024
Chelsea would rather have Jackson than this Osimhen?!
— noah banjo (金継ぎ)👨🏾🚀 (@4EyedLiwa_) September 7, 2024
This VICTOR OSIMHEN?!
Unserious club. pic.twitter.com/BtZND4OcNI
You can’t simply watch Osimhen and compare him to Jackson. It has to be crack cocaine to do so
— ‘Gafar (@__headofstate) September 7, 2024
One thing is certain, osimhen will deliver.
— Jonel (@iamjohnjonel) September 7, 2024
Na Chelsea lose make dem enjoy Jackson #NGABEN pic.twitter.com/VbdFjr4Xn1
Chelsea choses Jackson over Osimhen
— Ovuemax (@Ovuemax) September 7, 2024
Small club