Super Eagles and Napoli forward Victor Osimhen has been named the Italian Footballers’ Association Footballer of the Year for his sterling performances during the 2022–23 season.
Osimhen was ranked eighth in the 2023 Ballon d’Or and was also nominated for the FIFA Best Awards. Similarly, he’s also in the running for the Globe Soccer Award
The 2022–23 season has been nothing short of extraordinary for Victor Osimhen. From showcasing his goal-scoring prowess to exhibiting exceptional skills, he has left an indelible mark on the Italian football landscape. Osimhen’s contribution to Napoli’s success and his impact on the league have rightfully earned him the title of Footballer of the Year by the Italian Footballers’ Association.
Osimhen’s recognition extends beyond the borders of Italy, as evidenced by his eighth-place finish in the 2023 Ballon d’Or rankings. This prestigious accolade places him among the elite in world football, standing shoulder to shoulder with the best players globally. The acknowledgement from the esteemed panel of judges reflects not only his individual brilliance but also the significant impact he has had on the football stage.
The football world eagerly awaits the FIFA Best Awards, where Victor Osimhen has rightfully earned a nomination. The global recognition bestowed upon him by FIFA is a testament to his consistent and outstanding performances throughout the season. The awards ceremony promises to be a momentous occasion where Osimhen stands a chance to etch his name in football history.
As if the accolades were not enough, Victor Osimhen finds himself in the running for the Globe Soccer Award. This international honor recognizes outstanding achievements in football and brings together the brightest stars from around the globe. Osimhen’s inclusion in this prestigious category underscores his emergence as a football sensation on the world stage.
The 24-year-old played a crucial role in Napoli’s winning the Serie A title last season for the first time in 33 years.
He scored 26 goals in the 2022–2023 season, a feat that earned him a place in the Ballon d’Or shortlist.
He was also named in the Serie team of the year alongside Mike Maignan, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Kim Min-jae, Andrea Bastoni, Theo Hernández, Stanislav Lobotka, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Nicolo Barella, Rafael Leão, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Osimhen was ranked eighth in the 2023 Ballon d’Or and was also nominated for the FIFA Best Awards. Similarly, he’s also in the running for the Globe Soccer Award.
He’s one of the 10 final nominees for the 2023 CAF Awards, set to take place in Marrakesh, Morocco, on December 11.
