By Muhammadu Sabiu
Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen has been nominated for the prestigious FIFA Best Player award, just days after his Ballon d’Or nomination for 2023.
This nomination places Osimhen in the elite company of football’s finest talents.
The list of nominees in the men’s category is nothing short of star-studded, featuring Argentine superstar Lionel Messi, the prolific Erling Haaland, the maestro Kevin De Bruyne, and the electric Kylian Mbappe.
Osimhen’s inclusion in this group is a testament to his remarkable skills and achievements in the world of football.
What sets Osimhen’s nomination apart is that he is the first Nigerian player to be listed for the FIFA Best Footballer Award since its inception, a milestone that reflects the growing influence of African football on the global stage.
This award, first won by Cristiano Ronaldo in 2016, has now opened its doors to the Nigerian talent.
