Former Ghanaian Striker Asamoah Gyan Praises Nigerian Forward Victor Osimhen During Cameroon Clash at 2023 AFCON

Following Nigeria’s victory over Cameroon in the round of 16 at the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), former Ghanaian striker Asamoah Gyan expressed admiration for Nigerian forward Victor James Osimhen. Gyan’s praise for Osimhen’s exceptional performance came after Nigeria secured a 2-0 win, advancing to the quarterfinal stage and eliminating Cameroon from the tournament. The match took place on January 27, 2024, at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Côte d’Ivoire.

Taking to his X account, Gyan, Africa’s top scorer, lauded Osimhen’s passionate style of play, emphasizing that the Nigerian striker exemplified the level of dedication every nation desires from its players. Gyan remarked, “Osimhen plays with passion. That’s what every country wants their players to do.”