From heartbreak to determination—Victor Osimhen speaks the truth on a match that could have been ours

We stumble, we learn, and we rise. Nigeria, this is our time to shine!

I can’t lie, I was frustrated. That match against Zimbabwe? We should have won it. We had the lead, we controlled the game, and then just like that, we let it slip. When I scored, I felt relief. I thought, “Yes, this is it. We’re taking the three points home.” But football can be cruel. A last-minute equalizer, just seconds away from victory, shattered everything. The whistle blew, and I just couldn’t hold back my emotions. Boniface tried to calm me down, but at that moment, I didn’t want to hear anything.

I walked away, not out of disrespect, but because I was hurting. I give my all every time I step on that pitch, not just for myself, but for my team, for Nigeria, for the fans who believe in us. We needed that win. We needed those points. Now, we have to fight even harder to qualify for the World Cup. It’s not over, but we can’t keep making the same mistakes. I just want us to be better, to do better, because Nigeria deserves nothing less. I poured my heart out on that pitch, and the sting of a lost opportunity still lingers. But with every setback comes a lesson, and as we regroup, we are more determined than ever to rectify our errors and bring glory back to our nation. The passion of our fans and the pride of our country fuel our desire to rise above our mistakes. We have the talent, the drive, and the spirit to overcome this disappointment and march forward stronger. The journey to the World Cup continues, and every challenge is a stepping stone towards achieving greatness for Nigeria.

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