The Digest:
UEFA is producing a full-length documentary celebrating the extraordinary journey of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. The film will trace his path from selling water on the streets of Lagos to becoming a record-breaking force at Galatasaray and the current leading scorer in this season's UEFA Champions League, cementing his status as one of Africa's most iconic sports figures.
Key Points:
- UEFA has commissioned a dedicated film crew for a documentary on Victor Osimhen.
- The feature will cover his rise from Lagos to global stardom and is due for release soon.
- Osimhen is currently the UEFA Champions League top scorer with 6 goals, ahead of Haaland and Kane.
- He recently justified UEFA's promotional use of his image with a hat-trick for Galatasaray against Ajax.
- His accolades include a U-17 World Cup win, a Serie A title with Napoli, and a Capocannoniere award.
- He completed a record-breaking €75 million move to Galatasaray in the summer.
- Across UEFA competitions, he boasts 25 goals in 35 appearances.
Sources: Soccernet, UEFA
