Nigeria’s star player Victor Osimhen made bold statements ahead of the clash with Morocco in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
The “Super Eagles” striker did not hide the difficulty of the task against the Atlas Lions, but he sent a clear message that Nigeria is not afraid to play on Moroccan soil in front of 70,000 spectators.
Osimhen said, after Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Algeria: “It will not be an easy match, but we believe in this group and trust in our ability to go far.”
These statements were seen by some as a direct challenge, especially after the Napoli star promised his country’s fans to return the trophy to Nigeria, at a time when Moroccans are counting on home advantage and a golden generation seeking continental glory.
Osimhen added: “We will continue to build on this momentum, and we hope to reach the final and win the title.” His words carry an implicit message that Nigeria is not coming to Rabat for tourism, but to compete for the cup.
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