Victor Osimhen has praised Raphael Onyedika for his standout display in Nigeria’s 3-1 win over Uganda, insisting the midfielder merits greater recognition for his contributions.
Onyedika was the star of the show in the Group C clash at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, scoring twice in the second half to seal victory for the Super Eagles.
The impressive outing marked his first start of the tournament for the three-time African champions.
Nigeria had earlier gone in front through Paul Onuachu before the break, but it was Onyedika who took control after the restart, delivering two well-taken goals that put the game beyond the Cranes.
Speaking after the match, Osimhen was full of admiration for the midfielder, stressing that his performances often go unnoticed.
“Onyedika has been one of our best players and most of the time, he doesn’t get the hype he deserves,” Osimhen told reporters.
“He is really a talented player. For the kind of performance he put in against Uganda, I think he deserves to be in the spotlight.
“It’s not about me, its not about the Super Eagles, its all about him because he has done so well and he deserves to be in the spotlight.”
