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Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has voiced support for Victor Osimhen after recent struggles in front of goal.
AFCON 2023 has been thrilling and full of attacking brilliance, with Africa's best teams standing up to be counted.
Unlike previous editions, this year's tournament has seen an outpouring of goals but there has been a notable struggle for the biggest stars to shine. The likes of Egypt's Mohamed Salah, Guinea's Serhou Guirassy, and Nigeria's Victor Osimhen are yet to find their spark.
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Osimhen's goal-scoring struggles
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Despite an impressive record of 31 goals in 39 appearances for his club in 2023, Osimhen has found the going difficult in Cote d'Ivoire with just 1 goal in 3 appearances and a plethora of missed chances.
Nwabali defends Osimhen
While his performances have drawn criticism, his teammate and goalkeeper Nwabali has leaped to the striker's defense via Idiski Times.
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I mean, come on, the striker scored a goal. He brought us back against Equatorial Guinea, and we could have won the game.
"The best striker in Africa, one of the best in the world, scored in one game and lifted the team.
"And how many goals has Sadio Mane scored?"
Mane and Osimhen are tied on one goal each but the tournament's top scorer is Equatorial Guinea's Emilio Nsue, who has shocked the continent with 5 well taken goals.
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While Jose Peseiro’s imperfect squad management and his players’ suboptimal final-third execution leave much to be desired, the team’s defensive organisation stands them in good stead at the Africa Cup of Nations.
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