Nigeria's Osimhen declared fit for AFCON semi-final against South Africa

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has been declared fit for their crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final clash against South Africa on Wednesday.

Ahram Online , Tuesday 6 Feb 2024,

Nigeria's Victor Osimhen, right, challenges Angola's Jonathan Buatu during the African Cup of Nations quarterfinal football match between Nigeria and Angola, at the Felix Houphouet Boigny stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. 2024. Photo: AP

The African player of the year raised concerns after missing the team's travel to Bouaké on Monday evening due to abdominal discomfort.

However, the Nigerian national team confirmed via their official X account (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday that Osimhen has recovered and rejoined his teammates.

"Victor Osimhen has been declared fit and available for selection in the semifinal clash against South Africa on Wednesday," the statement read. "He has joined the team in Bouaké and has trained with the squad today."

*Super Eagles Camp Update*
Victor Osimhen has been declared fit and available for selection in the semi-final clash against South Africa on Wednesday. He has joined the team in Bouaké and has trained with the squad today.#SoarSuperEagles #letsdoitagain pic.twitter.com/3LfnAWz1zM
— 🇳🇬 Super Eagles (@NGSuperEagles) February 6, 2024

Despite being declared fit, Osimhen's fate remains uncertain as the team's medical staff conducts further assessments.

The 25-year-old has been instrumental in Nigeria's run to the semi-finals, contributing to four of the team's six goals.

The Super Eagles are seeking their fourth Nations Cup title in Nigeria's history and the first since 2013.

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