Osimhen called up by Nigeria for Africa Cup of Nations

the attacker of the Naples, Victor Osimhen, whose embezzlement was announced at the end of November after suffering multiple fractures to his face, is part of the 28 Nigerian players selected for the Africa Cup of Nations (January 9 to February 6).

Operated on Nov. 23, two days after a violent clash to the head during a Serie A match, 22-year-old Osimhen was initially dropped from the African tournament after an announcement that he would be out for three months. However, the striker indicated this week that he is “available” for competition.

The former Lille player returned to training separately from the group on December 8th, raising hopes for Nigeria.

The Nigerians face in the group stage of the Africa Cup of Nations, organized in Cameroon, the teams of Egypt, Sudan and Guinea-Bissau. Villarreal striker Samuel Chukwueze is also on the “Super Eagles” list of 28 players.

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