By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has described Victor Osimhen as the “best striker in the world”, Prompt News reports.
Osimhen inspired Nigeria’s 4-0 victory over the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Tuesday.
The Galatasaray hitman scored in the third, 37th and 51st minutes respectively.
Substitute Frank Onyeka netted the third deep into stoppage time.
Chelle also praised his players for their remarkable display in the game.
“I’m so proud of my players. They deserve this win. It was not easy — a new coach, a new philosophy — but they adapted fast,” Chelle told a press conference.
“Especially the best striker in the world, Osimhen. They gave everything. For me, they are my champions.”
