Adepoju Explains Why Osimhen Was Overlooked for Super Eagles Captaincy

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Former Nigeria midfielder Mutiu Adepoju believes Victor Osimhen still needs to develop his leadership off the ball before wearing the Super Eagles’ armband. Adepoju praised Osimhen’s goal-scoring record but pointed to an on-field clash with teammate Ademola Lookman at the 2025 AFCON as evidence the striker must improve his emotional control. Leicester’s Wilfred Ndidi was named captain, with Osimhen and Moses Simon as vice-captains. Despite concerns about calmness and discipline, Osimhen remains Nigeria’s second-highest international scorer with 35 goals in 46 games.

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