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Osimhen Bags Best Striker Award at AIC Oscar del Calcio

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2 years ago

December 5, 2023

For the 2022/2023 season, Osimhen secured the Serie A Player of the Year accolade at the AIC Oscar del Calcio Awards. Over the past two years, the 24-year-old Nigerian striker has consistently demonstrated his prowess as one of the world’s top strikers, proving to be an invaluable asset for Napoli.

In the previous season, Osimhen impressively scored 31 goals in 39 matches for Napoli, contributing significantly to their first Serie A title in 33 years. Additionally, he played a key role in securing Napoli’s historic quarterfinal finish in the UEFA Champions League. Notably, Osimhen became the first African player to win the Capocannoniere, highlighting his exceptional goal-scoring achievements.

Osimhen’s outstanding performances have earned him nominations for prestigious awards, including the FIFA Best and Ballon d’Or. His most recent achievement is securing the AIC Oscar del Calcio Best Striker’s Award.

Notably, Osimhen earned a spot in the Serie A Team of the Year, alongside players such as Mike Maignan, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Kim Min-jae, Andrea Bastoni, Theo Hernández, Stanislav Lobotka, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Nicolo Barella, Rafael Leão, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Furthermore, Osimhen was included in the Team of the Year alongside four other Napoli stars. The prolific striker claimed the Goal King title in Serie A last season with an impressive tally of 26 goals. Despite facing challenges this season, including injuries and team instability at Napoli, Osimhen remains determined to return to peak form soon.

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Foden Named UCL Player of the Week, Osimhen Second

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1 hour ago

November 6, 2025

By Onyeanya Ebere Immaculata

Manchester City’s Phil Foden has been voted UEFA Champions League Player of the Week for Matchday 4, edging out Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray, who finished second.

UEFA announced the results on Thursday after a series of standout performances across Europe.

Foden earned the honour with two goals and an assist in City’s 4-1 win over Borussia Dortmund, completing 92% of his passes and creating four chances.

Osimhen, meanwhile, became the second Nigerian ever to score a Champions League hat-trick, inspiring Galatasaray’s 3-0 victory over Ajax.

Other nominees were Carlos Forbs of Club Brugge and Mikel Merino of Arsenal.

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Lookman, Atalanta Coach in Heated Touchline Exchange

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14 hours ago

November 6, 2025

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By Samuel Adeola

Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman clashed with his manager, Ivan Juric, during their 1-0 UEFA Champions League win over Marseille on Wednesday night.

The incident occurred in the 75th minute when Lookman, visibly frustrated, reacted angrily after being substituted while the game was goalless.

Juric confronted him on the touchline before CEO Luca Percassi and captain Marten de Roon intervened.

Lazar Samardzic later scored the decisive goal for the Serie A side.

After the match, Juric was seen speaking with Lookman again, though reports say it remains unclear whether the matter was resolved.

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Osimhen Hat-trick Sinks Ajax in Amsterdam

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14 hours ago

November 6, 2025

By Huldah Shado

Victor Osimhen fired Galatasaray to a 3-0 victory over Ajax at the Johan Cruyff Arena on Wednesday, scoring a stunning hat-trick that included two penalties.

After a goalless first half, the Nigerian striker opened the scoring in the 59th minute with a powerful header from Leroy Sané’s cross.

He doubled the lead seven minutes later from the spot after Youri Baas handled in the box, before completing his hat-trick with another penalty in the 78th minute following a second handball by Gerald Alders.

Ajax showed flashes of intent through Oscar Gloukh and Mika Godts but failed to break Galatasaray’s solid defense.

Osimhen’s treble makes him only the second Nigerian ever to score a hat-trick in the UEFA Champions League, sealing a memorable night for the Turkish champions in Amsterdam.