Overview

• Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian forward for Napoli, has been named African player of the year, leading Napoli to its first Italian league title in 33 years.
• Asisat Oshoala, also from Nigeria, won the best women’s player honor for a record sixth time.
• Osimhen, who grew up in poverty in Lagos, Nigeria, led Serie A with 26 goals last season, helping Napoli win the title.
• Osimhen is the first Nigerian to win the award since Nwankwo Kanu in 1999.
• Despite his success, Osimhen has yet to win a senior title with his country.