Osimhen returns to Napoli team training
Victor Osimhen Returns to Napoli Team Training After Injury Setback
Osimhen sustained the injury in the first half of the Super Eagles friendly with Saudi Arabia in Portugal
Victor Osimhen has returned to training at Napoli after recovering from a thigh injury he suffered during the international break in October.
Osimhen sustained the injury in the first half of the Super Eagles friendly with Saudi Arabia in Portugal.
Osimhen’s road to recovery began after an unfortunate incident during the first half of the Super Eagles’ friendly with Saudi Arabia in Portugal. The talented striker, who has been a key asset for Napoli, suffered a thigh injury that raised concerns among fans and football enthusiasts alike. The timing of the setback couldn’t have been more inconvenient, disrupting both Osimhen’s form and Napoli’s attacking dynamics.
Over the past few weeks, Osimhen has undergone a rigorous rehabilitation process under the watchful eyes of Napoli’s medical team. The journey to full recovery has undoubtedly been arduous, demanding not only physical resilience but also mental fortitude. Osimhen’s commitment to his rehabilitation program and his determination to return to the pitch have been commendable, reflecting his professionalism and love for the sport.
Throughout Osimhen’s injury layoff, the Napoli fraternity, including teammates, coaching staff, and fans, rallied behind the striker, offering unwavering support and encouragement. Social media platforms were flooded with messages of solidarity, demonstrating the strong bond that exists within the club. This collective spirit undoubtedly played a role in Osimhen’s positive mindset during his rehabilitation.
The injury saw him miss six games for Napoli, where they managed three wins, two draws, and one loss.
Also, he did not feature for the Super Eagles in their doubleheader 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe.
Without Osimhen, the Eagles could only score one goal in each of the games.
The draws against Lesotho and Zimbabwe saw Jose Peseiro’s men place third with two points in Group C.
His return to training will be good news for both Napoli and the Eagles, who will feature at next year’s AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire.
He has scored six goals in eight appearances in the Italian League this season
Victor Osimhen’s return to Napoli team training marks a significant milestone in his road to recovery and reintegration into competitive football. The support he received during his injury layoff, coupled with his determination and the collective spirit of the Napoli fraternity, has played a vital role in his comeback. As the striker sets his sights on returning to the pitch, Napoli fans eagerly await the moment when Osimhen once again graces the field, ready to make an impact and contribute to the team’s success.