A video of Victor Osimhen crying in the dressing room following the heartbreaking loss in the 2023 African Cup of Nations final has become a trending topic on social media.
The Napoli and Super Eagles striker was visibly upset after Nigeria’s defeat to Cote d’Ivoire in the final.
Despite the overwhelming emotions, Osimhen has been criticized for his performance in the tournament, having scored only one goal during the entire competition despite the team reaching the final.
The video capturing Alex Iwobi consoling Osimhen has sparked mixed reactions online. While it was perceived as a touching moment by some fans, others were quick to express their displeasure towards the former Arsenal player, blaming him for Nigeria’s loss.
However, many have defended and supported Iwobi’s gesture.
Osimhen got emotional 😭 pic.twitter.com/9ys8olQwvk
— ChefChi👩🍳 (@thecheffchi) February 11, 2024
Social media was ablaze with comments following the video. While some expressed empathy towards Osimhen, others attacked Iwobi for his display during the tournament. The video has elicited strong and contrasting opinions from fans and followers alike.
