Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has clarified why Victor Osimhen was substituted before Nigeria’s penalty shootout loss to Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final..👉Read The Complete Original.
Chelle told reporters that the Galatasaray striker, who had already scored four goals in the tournament, sustained a “small injury” during the match.
Osimhen, who was unable to add to his tally against the Atlas Lions, was replaced by Paul Onuachu prior to the penalties, a move that sparked questions among fans.
Despite concerns, Onuachu successfully converted one of Nigeria’s two spot-kicks.
“Victor had a small injury to his ankle, and that’s why we brought in Paul, who statistically has been one of the best shooters in this period,” Chelle explained..👉Read The Complete Original.