In an interview with Complete Sports on Sunday, November 17, Osimhen revealed that the last person he contacts before a game is his daughter, though he chose not to disclose her name.
He said, “My daughter, of course. I also speak with her mother – my wife. Most of the time, we pray together before I head into a game. But for sure, I must speak with my daughter, hear her voice, and then I’m good to go. They are my strength.”
Osimhen also expressed his delight at the Super Eagles’ qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, securing their spot with a game to spare.
“It feels good. It gives me a sense of relief. We truly deserve to be there in Morocco in 2025. A big congratulations to the whole team, the coach, the staff, and everyone involved with the Super Eagles. We all deserve it, and a huge thank you to all Nigerians who have supported us throughout the qualifiers,” Osimhen said.
“We have one more game on Monday, and we want to end on a high note with a convincing win in front of our fans before heading back to our clubs. Then, we’ll focus on preparing for the World Cup qualifiers.”
Osimhen acknowledged the team’s early struggles in the qualifiers but is confident that they have now identified areas for improvement. “At the beginning, it was a bit shaky, but now we’ve recognized our weaknesses, and the coach has been addressing them during team meetings.”
Looking ahead, Osimhen said, “Against Rwanda, we want to secure a strong win in front of our fans. After that, we’ll focus on preparing for the World Cup qualifiers next year. Our goal is to win every match and secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.”
The 25-year-old also discussed his ability to score headers, attributing it to his experience growing up and learning from senior players. “I’m used to it. Many players were great with their feet, while others excelled with their heads. I studied both aspects, worked on them, and I think I’ve done well so far.”
