Monrovia, Liberia – (African Boulevard News) – Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has received a heartfelt message from former AC Milan striker George Weah, now the President of Liberia. Weah sent the message to Osimhen after he broke his record last week. The message read: “I’m rooting for you Victor, I am proud of you and what you have accomplished so far.”
Osimhen, who was playing for Napoli, scored a hat-trick against Spezia to take his tally to 20 goals in a single Serie A season. This broke Weah’s long-standing record of the most goals scored by an African player in Italy’s top-flight league. The 22-year-old forward is having a stellar season, having also scored five goals in six appearances for the Nigerian national team.
Weah, who won the Ballon d’Or in 1995 during his time at AC Milan, expressed his admiration and respect for Osimhen’s achievement. The Liberian President described Osimhen’s performance as remarkable and hailed his talent.
Osimhen’s record-breaking feat has garnered a lot of attention from football fans and analysts worldwide. Many have praised the young striker for his outstanding performance in Italy, a league renowned for its defensive prowess.
SoccerNet, the popular sports news outlet, reported that Osimhen’s exploits have put him in contention for several accolades, including the African Footballer of the Year award. He is also on the list of nominees for the Golden Boy award, given to the best U-21 footballer in Europe.
Osimhen, who joined Napoli from French club Lille last summer, has seen his stock rise steadily over the past two seasons. His impressive performances have attracted the attention of several top European clubs, including Manchester United and Liverpool.
Football analysts have praised Osimhen’s work ethic and talent, saying that he has the potential to become one of the best strikers in the world. They have also commended his humility and determination, noting that he has a bright future in the game.
In conclusion, Osimhen’s breaking of Weah’s record has not only earned him accolades and recognition but has also put him in the spotlight as one of Africa’s most promising young footballers. With his talent, hard work, and support from legends like Weah, Osimhen is poised to take the football world by storm in the coming years.
