Super Eagles dey face serious challenge when dem no get Victor Osimhen on the pitch. The team’s attack dey look very weak whenever Osimhen no dey play due to injury or other reasons. Recently, during their 1-0 win against Libya in the 2025 AFCON qualifying match, the team struggle to score goals, and it was only a late strike from Fisayo Dele-Bashiru that gave dem the win.
Victor Boniface, who play for Bayer Leverkusen, has been in great form for his club but has yet to score his first goal for the Super Eagles. Despite his stellar performance at club level, Boniface’s goal drought for Nigeria has been a major talking point. After the game against Libya, Boniface even joked about his “village people” on social media, referring to his lack of goals for the national team.
Osimhen, who was unable to play in the game due to an injury, took to social media to encourage Boniface. In Pidgin, Osimhen told Boniface, “No shaking my guy, e go come, and when e finally come, e no go stop.” This message of support was well-received by fans and other celebrities, including rapper Odumodublvck, who showed appreciation for Boniface’s efforts on the pitch.
The absence of Osimhen has highlighted the team’s reliance on him for goals. Fans and analysts have expressed concerns about the team’s ability to win matches without Osimhen, especially against stronger opponents like Morocco and South Africa.
As the Super Eagles prepare for the second leg of the qualifiers, Boniface will be hoping to break his goal drought and help the team secure a spot in the 2025 AFCON tournament.
