Victor Osimhen named African Footballer of the Year

Nigerian Victor Osimhen was named African Player of the Year after leading Napoli to the Serie A title.

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00:00 Victor Ossiman.

00:02 (crowd cheering)

00:03 - Congratulations to Victor Ossiman,

00:06 big winner of this year's Player of the Year

00:11 in the men's category at the 2023 Cup Awards.

00:15 An exceptional season,

00:19 a very well-deserved award.

00:23 (upbeat music)

00:26 (crowd chattering)

00:29 (upbeat music)

00:40 - It's a dream come true for me.

00:49 I want to thank everyone that have seen me

00:51 through life's journey,

00:52 in achieving my dreams, in achieving my goals.

00:55 I appreciate Nigerians for their support.

00:58 I appreciate Africa for putting me on the map,

01:02 for encouraging me, for defending me,

01:04 regardless of my shortcomings.

01:06 Thank you so much.

01:08 Thank you very much.

01:09 I appreciate you all.

01:10 God bless you all.

01:11 Thank you so much.

01:12 (upbeat music)

01:15 (upbeat music)

01:18 (upbeat music)

01:20 (upbeat music)