Osimhen is the first Nigerian player ever to finish inside the Top 10 in the Ballon D'or rankings
Nigeria's Victor Osimhen has been ranked number 8 in the Ballon d'Or 2023 rankings, making him the highest-ranked African player in the men's category this year.
This is a remarkable achievement for the 24-year-old striker, who enjoyed a stellar season with Napoli and the Nigerian national team in the period under review Though this is the first time he would be nominated, He also finished the season as the league's top scorer with 26 goals. Osimhen was also in impressive form for the Nigerian national team; playing a key part in helping the Super Eagles qualify for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in style.). To contact the copyright holder directly for corrections — or for permission to republish or make other authorized use of this material,, representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons.
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