Kunle Adeleye
The FIFA Federation of International Football Associations has honoured Victor Osimhen with a unique shirt and ball in recognition of his outstanding performances for Napoli in the 2022/23 season.
Osimhen was instrumental in Napoli winning the Scudetto for the first time in 33 years.
In 32 league games for the Partenopei, the 24-year-old scored 26 goals and had four assists.
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The striker also scored five goals in six UEFA Champions League games for his team.
Osimhen was the first African player to win the Serie A top scorer award.
The former Wolfsburg player was also named best forward and was chosen to the Season Team.
“Victor Osimhen, you represent at the moment what football can do,” FIFA said in a statement to the athlete.
“You have suffered from Lagos to Napoli, where people love you, but your love of football and determination have guided you.”
“Keep going and pushing.” Africa requires role models, and millions are watching and hoping.”
