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Victor Osimhen Is Rediscovering His Form, Napoli Coach Says
The manager of Napoli, Francesco Calzona, said Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen is returning to his best after scoring a hat-trick against Sassuolo on Wednesday, February 28.
Victor Osimhen started in the Italian Serie A game which was played away at Stadio Città del Tricolore.
The 25-year-old Nigerian striker scored two goals in the first half and completed his hat-trick in the second half.
He also provided an assist for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s first goal in the game as Napoli went on to beat the home team 6-1.
Coach Calzona replaced Osimhen in the team in the 76th minute for Giovanni Simeone who couldn’t improve on the scoreline until the game ended.
Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick against Sassuolo means that the Nigeria international has scored at least a goal in all the three games he played for Napoli after the 2023 AFCON.
Osimhen has now recorded 13 goals and provided four assists in 21 games in all competitions. He has recorded five goals in his last three games.
However, his current number of goals is still far from the 26 goals and five assists he recorded in 32 league games last season.
After the 6-1 win over Sassuolo, Napoli coach, Calzona told DAZN that Osimhen wasn’t at his best after the 2023 AFCON but he is gradually rediscovering his form.
“Victor is returning to his levels. Clearly, he wasn’t in great shape after the Africa Cup of Nations, he was away for over a month and is slowly rediscovering his form,” the coach said.
“Kara also struggled, but today showed just what he can do.”
He added, “I sensed positivity from the first training session, the lads always gave me their all. I was surprised to see how eager they were to work, to stay together, and that gave me hope.”
Super Eagles and Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has been dealt a devastating blow, losing his mother barely two months after the passing of his father.
Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on X on New Year’s day, writing, “Rip mom, worst year of my life already” accompanied by tears and heartbreak emojis.
This emotional post came just hours after he shared a 2024 recap video, expressing optimism for the new year.
“2024 was a good year, we’re doubling everything in 2025. Thank you Chippa United FC. Thank you Super Eagles. Thanks to all my fans. Let’s do more!” he had written earlier.
Nwabali’s father died in November, just hours after the goalkeeper helped the Super Eagles secure a crucial point in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic.
The goalkeeper’s bravery on the field was evident as he manned the goalpost despite his personal loss.
His teammates, fans, and well-wishers rallied around him, offering condolences and support.
With the loss of both parents, Nwabali joins the likes of Victor Osimhen, who has also experienced the pain of losing both parents.
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappé, shared a rare glimpse of his personal life during an interview with Mouloud Achour on Clique.
The 25-year-old addressed serious allegations about an alleged rape incident in Stockholm but captured attention with his reflections on love and relationships.
When asked about expressing love, the Les Bleus forward shared: “Yes, to my mother, my father, my little brother. I try to give them this affection every day.”
On romantic love, Mbappé revealed to Le Parisien: “Yes, in the past, I have already been in love and I hope that I will be again. But currently, no.”
Watch him speak below:
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Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili made a spectacular debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, delivering an impressive performance in the women’s 200m event.
After a disappointing setback in the women’s 100m, Ofili showcased her resilience by clinching victory in her heat with a new season’s best time of 22.24 seconds on Sunday, August 4. The victory has qualified her for the 2024 Olympics 200m women’s semi-finals which will take place this evening.
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