Nigeria under-17 striker Victor Osimhen says that he hopes to follow in the footsteps of his idol,Ivory Coast legend Didier Drogba.
Osimhen, 16, has impressed at the FIFA U17 World Cup after ending the group stage joint-top of the scoring table with Germany’s Johannes Eggestein on four goals.
The striker’s record of 39 goals in 71 appearances before the tournament is excellent, and he has attracted a lot of attention for his performances in Chile as Nigeria topped Group A. Ahead of the Round-of-16 clash with Australia, he said:
If people are really talking about me, that makes me proud, I always knew it would be hugely satisfying to get the chance to show what I can do in a tournament like this.
Didier Drogba is my role model. He represents the kind of player and person I’d like to be. I hope to develop the same ability to use the ball and score important goals. He’s an icon, a legend. I’d love to be able to play like him — or even better.
The Golden Eaglets’ vice-captain starred at the CAF African U17 Championship in March and is enjoying the chance to showcase his skills on a bigger stage. He is also not feeling any pressure as title holders, this much he added when he was asked.
Everything I’ve been through here has been an incredible experience, I feel no pressure at all.
We’ve had the same staff in place for a while now, and they’ve taught me to manage it, and also how to manage the support from the fans and any intimidation from opposition players. I’m ready for all of that. Our first objective was to play well, and we’ve done that. Our second is to lift the trophy. As holders, there’s no point aiming any lower.
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u did wel at chile congrat is nt easy
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