Former England manager Fabio Capello has expressed his approval of Victor Osimhen's nominations for the 2023 Men's Ballon d'Or and The Best FIFA awards. Osimhen is one of the four African players shortlisted for the Ballon d'Or by French Football Magazine, and he has also earned a spot on The Best FIFA award's shortlist.
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Capello firmly believes that the Nigerian international deserves these nominations, emphasizing that Osimhen ranks among the top three center-forwards in his view. He commended Napoli, Osimhen's club, for recognizing and retaining such talent.
Osimhen played a pivotal role in Napoli's Scudetto triumph in the previous season, making significant contributions with 26 goals in 32 league appearances. His performances have garnered attention and accolades, including these prestigious award nominations, further solidifying his status as one of football's emerging talents.
Capello's remarks reflect the widespread recognition of Osimhen's accomplishments and the anticipation surrounding his potential recognition at the international level with these esteemed awards.
Ank Kumar, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
Capello firmly believes that the Nigerian international deserves these nominations, emphasizing that Osimhen ranks among the top three center-forwards in his view. He commended Napoli, Osimhen's club, for recognizing and retaining such talent.
Osimhen played a pivotal role in Napoli's Scudetto triumph in the previous season, making significant contributions with 26 goals in 32 league appearances. His performances have garnered attention and accolades, including these prestigious award nominations, further solidifying his status as one of football's emerging talents.
Capello's remarks reflect the widespread recognition of Osimhen's accomplishments and the anticipation surrounding his potential recognition at the international level with these esteemed awards.
