AFCON 2025: Osimhen’s Brilliance Dominates European Headlines After Heroics Vs Algeria

Victor Osimhen’s dazzling display in Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final victory over Algeria has reverberated across Europe, with the striker’s performance making front-page headlines in the international press.

Nigeria booked their place in the semi-finals after a 2-0 win in Marrakesh, with Osimhen scoring the opener and then turning provider for Akor Adams to seal the result.

His decisive contributions earned him the Man of the Match award and reinforced his status as the Super Eagles’ talisman.

European outlets were quick to spotlight his impact.

The Guardian praised his instinctive finish from Bruno Onyemaechi’s cross and his unselfish assist for Adams. The Standard hailed his ‘impressive performance’ as the driving force behind Nigeria’s progression.

Italy’s La Gazzetta dello Sport described him as ‘starring as always,’ while La Repubblica emphasized that he ‘led Nigeria to victory.’ Spanish daily Mundo Deportivo echoed the sentiment, noting that the Super Eagles advanced ‘under the leadership of Osimhen.’

Beyond the headlines, Osimhen’s consistency has drawn comparisons to Nigeria’s legendary striker Rashidi Yekini. With his latest goal, he is now just two shy of Yekini’s all-time national record of 37.

Nigeria will now face host nation Morocco in Rabat, with Osimhen’s form offering hope that the Super Eagles can continue their march toward the final.

His performance has not only electrified fans back home but also reaffirmed his reputation as one of Africa’s most influential forwards on the global stage.