Galatasaray forward, Victor Osimhen, has been appointed the Super Eagles’ main assistant captain ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Osimhen, who will deputise for newly appointed captain Wilfred Ndidi, has also been named Nigeria’s official penalty taker, marking a significant leadership role for the prolific striker.
The latest appointments follow a leadership shake-up within the national team after the retirement of former captain, William Troost-Ekong, who previously served as both team leader and designated penalty taker.
Ndidi was officially unveiled as the Super Eagles’ new captain last week, ushering in a new era for the team.
Alex Iwobi and Moses Simon remain among the most senior players in the squad, having spent close to a decade with the national team. Iwobi is currently the most capped player in the Super Eagles, followed closely by Simon.
According to reports, Osimhen was selected for the assistant captaincy role due to his strong commitment, leadership qualities and consistent dedication to the Super Eagles.
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