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AFCON 2023: Nigeria’s Osimhen doubtful ahead of semi-final clash against South Africa

Nigeria’s Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, is doubtful ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash against South Africa.

According to reports, Osimhen did not travel with the team to Bouake on Monday night due to abdominal discomfort.

AFCON 2023: Nigeria's Osimhen doubtful ahead of semi-final clash against South Africa
Victor Osimhen doubtful ahead of South Africa clash – Getty image

The Super Eagles’ media officer, Babafemi Raji, stated that Osimhen will join the team on Tuesday if he is cleared by the medical staff.

The 25-year-old Napoli striker has scored one goal and provided one assist so in five matches in the tournament holding in Ivory Coast.

Jose Peseiro’s men will lock horns with South Africa on Wednesday, for a place in the final.

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