Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has pledged to give his all to help the Super Eagles secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following their second-place finish in Group C behind South Africa.
The West African team will now face a challenging playoff stage next month, competing against Gabon, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Nigeria will kick off the playoffs against the Panthers of Gabon in the semi-final.
Osimhen, who recently netted a hat-trick in Nigeria’s 4-0 victory over Benin Republic, emphasized his determination to contribute goals, assists, and leadership to the squad.
“We need to work hard and fight for these goals. I want to be in the World Cup with my country. I am giving my everything there too,” Osimhen told Sporx. “My focus is here now. Next month is the World Cup playoffs. I will help my teammates with my goals, assists and everything.”
The Galatasaray forward remains a central figure in Nigeria’s hopes of returning to football’s biggest stage, as the nation eyes its qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
